September 26, 2020 Military Aviation News

Defence battles on

09/26/2020

Some analysts expect a slowdown in sales of new equipment as a result of stagnation in the oil market, while others think countries like Saudi Arabia will continue their procurement plans at any cost, determined to ensure their security and to maintain influence.

The first Brazilian Gripen has flown in Brazil

09/26/2020

On Sept. 24, the first Brazilian Gripen E, designated by Brazilian Air Force (FAB) as F-39 Gripen, concluded its first flight in Brazil. The aircraft flew from the airport in Navegantes to Embraer’s facility in Gaviao Peixoto. The official presentation of the aircraft is scheduled to take place during the Aviator’s Day and the Brazilian Air Force Day ceremony in Brasilia, to be celebrated on Oct. 23.

Greece’s purchase of French-made fighter jets worth €2 billion

09/26/2020

Greece will purchase 18 Rafale F3R fighter jets and other necessary equipment for a total of €2 billion, according to French media. €1.7 billion will be spent for 18 combat aircraft and €300 million for the armament provided by the European missile company MBDA (Airbus, BAE Systems and Leonardo, La Tribune reported.

Are Two-Seat Fighters Obsolete?

09/26/2020

None of the most sophisticated fifth-generation fighter aircrafts have two-seat variants – and that may not be entirely a good thing.

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