Sweden, Poland warn they will shoot down Russian aircraft violating NATO airspace
Sweden and Poland have issued warnings that they are prepared to use force if Russian military aircraft violate…
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Topics related to aviation in Sweden, including Swedish airlines, airports, aircraft manufacturers, and aviation regulations in Sweden.
Sweden open to Gripen E/F sale to Ukraine, but only after war ends
Sweden has indicated it is open to selling Saab Gripen fighters to Ukraine once the war with Russia…
Czech Air Force extends Gripen C/D lease to 2035, trims fleet to 12 jets
Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) has signed an agreement with the Czech Republic to extend the lease, operation…
Thailand signs first order for 4 Saab Gripen E/F fighters, deliveries from 2025
Saab has signed a contract with Sweden’s Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) to supply four Gripen E/F fighters for…
Canada, Sweden deepen aerospace ties with Arctic security in focus
Canada and Sweden have pledged to deepen cooperation across aerospace, defense, and advanced technologies. The joint announcement was…
Saab flies AI-controlled Gripen E in real-world BVR combat flight trials
Saab has completed a series of flight tests integrating artificial intelligence into its Gripen E fighter jet, the…
Ukraine and Sweden explore Soviet aircraft upgrades and Saab jet transfers
Ukrainian Deputy Minister of Defence for Aviation Development Oleksandr Kozenko met with a Swedish delegation led by Thomas…
Swedish Gripens intercept Russian IL-20 in first NATO air policing mission
Swedish JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets carried out their first interception mission under NATO’s Enhanced Air Policing (eAP)…
French Air Force launches surprise dispersal drill and Sweden deployment
The French Air and Space Force simultaneously conducted two high-profile exercises demonstrating its operational versatility and strategic reach.…
Sweden deploys Gripens to Poland in first NATO Air Policing mission
Sweden has officially launched its first forward deployment under NATO’s enhanced Air Policing mission, marking a significant milestone…
Sweden to deliver newly unveiled Tridon Mk2 air defense system to Ukraine
The Swedish government has announced a new military aid package to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses. The announcement, which…
Embraer secures first Northern European order for C-390 Millennium
Sweden has officially selected the Embraer C-390 Millennium as its new tactical transport aircraft, marking the first purchase…
Ryanair responds to Swedish aviation tax cut with more planes and flights
In response to the Swedish Government’s recent decision to scrap aviation tax in the country from July 1,…
Sweden military aid package to Ukraine includes preparation for Gripen transfer
The Swedish government has unveiled its 17th military aid package to Ukraine. Valued at SEK4.6 billion ($400 million),…
Stockholm Arlanda Airport temporarily closed after mysterious drone sightings
Stockholm’s Arlanda Airport (ARN), the largest airport in Sweden, was forced to temporarily close on the night of…
Sweden planning to scrap aviation tax to boost its air travel industry
Sweden will abolish its aviation tax from July 2025 in a bid to boost air travel. The…
Wizz Air to launch two new Malmö-Romania routes for autumn 2024
Wizz Air will launch two new nonstop services in autumn 2024 connecting Malmö, Sweden, to Bucharest and Iasi,…
NATO jets intercept unresponsive Russian fighters near Latvia
Two German Eurofighters and two Swedish Gripen fighters launched an alpha scramble to intercept two Russian Su-30 aircraft…