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Thai Air Force Reviews Gripen E Production in Sweden

May 11, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Thai Air Force delegation visits Sweden to review Gripen E production.
Assembly work begins on Thailand's first Gripen E aircraft.
Saab deepens industrial presence in Thailand through partnerships.

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Strategic Implications

The Gripen E acquisition may indicate Thailand's efforts to modernize its fighter fleet in response to regional security concerns. Saab's industrial cooperation and technology transfers could strengthen Thailand's aerospace industrial base, which suggests a long-term partnership between the two countries.

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What Happened

Royal Thai Air Force Inspects Progress On Fighter Acquisition Program

A delegation from the Royal Thai Air Force visited Sweden to review progress on the Gripen E/F fighter acquisition program, including the start of assembly work on the country’s first aircraft at Saab’s facility in Linkoping. The program is part of Thailand’s effort to replace aging F-16A/B fighters and modernize its fighter fleet. Saab is also deepening its industrial presence in Thailand through partnerships and technology transfers, which could expand domestic expertise in aircraft component production. The acquisition was first reported by AeroTime.

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