The Swiss Federal Dept. of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport says the purchase of Gripen fighters is necessary in order to avoid disbanding the Patrouille Suisse.
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BAE Systems made inquiries in Japan on F-15, F-2 upgrades
BAE Systems says it has made initial inquiries in Japan on their requirements to upgrade the F-15J and F-2 fleet.
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RAAF P-3 shadowed PLAN fleet off Australian waters
Australia was surprised when a Chinese flotilla sailed near Christmas Island earlier this month and dispatched a P-3 to monitor them.
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JMSDF P-3s damaged
News reports from Japan says three P-3Cs and one EP-3 were damaged when the roof of the hangar at Atsugi air base collapse due to heavy snow.
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Swedish plans to swing Swiss Gripen vote
Swedish media is reporting on plans by the Swedish government to win over the public on the purchase of Gripen fighters in Switzerland.
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