Saab unveils new Gripen fighter jet
The latest iteration of Saab’s Gripen fighter jet was launched this week, claiming increased range and capabilities compared to previous versions.
Seen by some as a more affordable alternative to aircraft such as Lockheed’s F-35 and the Eurofighter Typhoon, the Gripen E prototype 39-8 "Smart Fighter" is the sixth combat jet in the Gripen line. According to Saab, the single-seater fighter is a major advance over previous Gripens, incorporating advanced weaponry and radar, as well as electronic warfare capability.
The Gripen E’s sensor suite includes an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, Infra Red Search and Track (IRST), Electronic Warfare (EW) suite, and datalink technology. Saab claims that the multi-frequency datalink system provides advanced situational awareness, with ally Gripen jets automatically sharing information amongst each other.
Defence capabilities include a Radar Warning Receiver (RWR) that can passively or actively warn of incoming fire or enemy radar locks, alongside a Missile Approach Warning (MAW) system that tracks incoming artilleries.
“Nations need modern air defences to uphold national sovereignty,” said Håkan Buskhe, Saab’s president and CEO.
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