Germany's Zeiss is offering the Israeli Rafael Litening laser designator pod (LDP) to the Swedish air force, to meet its requirement for the Saab JAS39 Gripen fighter. Zeiss has already successfully teamed with Rafael in offering the Litening pod for the German air force's Panavia Tornados.
Source: Flight International
Germany has awarded Qinetiq an Aerial Training Services contract to support its armed forces by operating a fleet of two turboprop-powered types.
Stockholm’s selection of a new-generation tactical airlifter will be a “political decision”, says Swedish air force chief Major General Jonas Wikman.
The January incident at Ellsworth AFB resulted in the destruction of the $450 million bomber and a rare quadruple ejection of the crew, who were attempting to execute an instrument landing during poor weather.
