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Saab Pulls Gripen E from Swiss Trials, Flies Third Aircraft
Gripen E cannot meet the Swiss requirement to only evaluate aircraft that are currently operationally ready
39-10, the third Gripen E, is seen during its June 10 maiden flight. (photo: Saab)
39-10, the third Gripen E, is seen during its June 10 maiden flight. (photo: Saab)

Following a formal recommendation from Switzerland’s defense procurement agency, armasuisse, Saab has withdrawn the Gripen E from the current series of flight trials being undertaken to assess the suitability of five contenders for the country’s future fighter requirement. The Gripen team was due to undergo evaluation at Payerne air base in the week June 24-28.