As reported by the Folha de S.Paulo on September 18, 2025, Brazil is in discussions with Sweden to acquire up to 12 second-hand Saab Gripen C/D fighter jets as a temporary solution against an impending capability gap with the retirement of its aging Northrop F-5s and AMX attack aircraft. The interim deal, if reached, would echo Brazil’s past reliance on second-hand Mirage jets and address delays (due to Brazil’s own financial decisions) in the delivery of the more modern Gripen E/F fleet under the long-running F-X2 program. Read full defense news at this link...
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| The Gripen has been successfully exported well beyond Sweden, with the C/D variant operated by Hungary, the Czech Republic, South Africa, and Thailand, while Brazil and Colombia have ordered the newer E/F version. (Picture source: Hungarian MoD) |