shavenferret on 16 July 2024
Didn't expect this until Russia started blasting the runways, but Ukraine has decided that they need the flexibility of the Gripen. They can takeoff from a highway and everything doesn't habe to be perfect for its maintenance like the F-16 needs. It will definitely make a great backup to the F-16.
https://armyrecognition.com/news/aerospace-news/2024/ukraine-and-sweden-negotiate-transfer-of-gripen-fighters-aircraft
