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Thailand Confirms Gripen E/F Selection with Comprehensive Offset Package

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The Royal Thai Air Force confirmed on Jun. 4, its selection of the Saab Gripen E/F as its new multi-role fighter aircraft, following a comprehensive evaluation process. The decision addresses Thailand’s requirement for 12 replacement fighter aircraft to modernize its F-16 aging fleet. Saab and the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration will now proceed with the next steps in the procurement process, though no contract has yet been signed.


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Philippines secures additional FA-50 fighter jets from South Korea

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The Philippines has signed a $700 million contract with Korea Aerospace Industries to purchase 12 additional FA-50 fighter jets. The deal, finalized on Jun. 3 with the Philippine Department of National Defense, will bring the total number of FA-50 aircraft in the Philippine Air Force fleet to 23 units. Delivery of the new aircraft is scheduled for completion by 2030.


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50th anniversary of the Mitsubishi F-1 maiden flight

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The Mitsubishi F-1 fighter made its maiden flight 50 years ago on this day. The Japanese indigenous fighter holds a distinguished place in the annals of Japanese aviation history, representing a remarkable triumph in design and engineering. Developed in the 1960s, this iconic aircraft became a pioneering force for Japan’s defense capabilities.

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Indonesia revives abandoned Su-35 deal, adds Chinese J-10s

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Indonesia plans to purchase 42 second-hand J-10 fighter aircraft from China and could also proceed with procurement of Russian Su-35 fighters, marking a dramatic shift in the country’s air force modernization strategy, according to sources.

J-10B with PL-10 and PL-12
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