"Gripen DK" , version offered to Denmark

[signatory]

Hm. press release: http://www.gripen.com/articles/5.64d...d58000207.html

Gripen for Denmark -- The Future has Arrived
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Dec. 1, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Gripen for Denmark, "Gripen DK," is the successful fighter aircraft Gripen adapted to fully meet specific Danish requirements. Gripen DK is the response to a Request for Information, RFI, for a replacement of the current fleet of F-16 fighters, issued by the Royal Danish Air Force Air Materiel Command ("Flyvematerielkommandoen").


The Gripen DK is based on the proven C- and D-versions of the Gripen fighter, already in NATO-use, but further enhanced and tailored specifically to suit the needs of the Royal Danish Air Force ("Flyvevabnet"), thus providing the ideal solution for a F-16 replacement.

"When the day has come for Denmark to replace its aging F-16's, we see that Gripen is an excellent replacement as the aircraft is very capable, operationally proven in service and also the most cost-effective solution. Add to this the outstanding level of Industrial Cooperation and high level of Technology Transfer we can offer, and I am certain we have an unbeatable offer!" Johan Lehander, Managing Director for Gripen International, said when the RFI response was delivered yesterday, Wednesday 30 November.

Gripen DK offers the Danish Air Force a number of benefits, including:



-- A fully NATO interoperable, Net Centric Warfare (NCW) solution,
featuring Nordic heritage and common sense

-- Significantly lower acquisition and operational cost compared with
alternative platforms

-- Optional early deliveries from 2013 resulting in additional
operational cost savings

-- Full Swedish Government, Air Force and Industry support

-- Access to all levels of technology enabling autonomy and increased
national security

-- A vast range of integrated European and US weapons resulting in
less dependencies

-- A low risk solution with a funded development program

-- An integrated logistics support solution from a proven supplier
close to Denmark

-- Generation of sustainable economic benefits through long term
industrial partnerships

Gripen DK -- The common sense solution

Gripen is the first of the new generation, multi-role combat aircraft that has entered service. Using the latest available technology it is capable of performing an extensive range of air-to-air and air-to-surface operational missions and employing the latest weapons. Gripen is designed to meet the demands of current and future threats, while at the same time meeting strict requirements for flight safety, reliability, training efficiency and low operating costs. Gripen is in service with the Swedish and Czech Republic Air Forces and has also been ordered by the South African and Hungarian Air Forces. The UK Empire Test Pilots' School (ETPS) is operating Gripen as its advanced fast jet training platform for test pilots worldwide.


Gripen SwAF

[Luno]

ohh i did just read that in the swedish new and it would be great if Denmark did buy Gripen

[.666 Caliber]

The Gripen is the new age of multirole aircraft besides the Eurofighter. Its a good choice.

[Resurrection]

An even further enhanced Gripen C/D aircraft... sweeet. What other countries are offering replacements for the Danish F-16 fleet?

[usm2b]

the gripen is a sexy fighter

[signatory]

An even further enhanced Gripen C/D aircraft... sweeet. What other countries are offering replacements for the Danish F-16 fleet?

This RFI came as a surprise in the first place heh, the Danish have been 'sold' on the JSF (F-35) for a long time. But now we heard they have asked for proposals from both Gripen and Eurofighter. Perhaps there are more secrets we don't know... but I don't think russian or french jets would interest the Danish alot.

Pretty cool... though I don't expect them to go for anything but the JSF.
Unless they feel a need for a temporary solution until the JSF matures.

[anv2]

Pretty cool... though I don't expect them to go for anything but the JSF.
Unless they feel a need for a temporary solution until the JSF matures.

With the high price tag of modern fighters, I somehow doubt that. Keeping the F-16s in service for a little longer is far more sensible option.

[phasio]

according to gp.se, french dassault has declined to offer a deal because they think denmark has already made a decision to buy JSF.

[Greek soldier]

Opinion: This is Gripen's revenge for his "ancestor", Viggen. Hope this time SAAB will win

Hope also to see a "Gripen GR".

[khukuri]

Could also just be politics and showing the jsf gang that other options are availble.

[DeltaWhisky58]

Ironic seeing this post today - I have just watched 3 Swedish AF Gripens take off from our local RAF base (Lossiemouth) this morning - a very nice looking aircraft.

As Denmark has already operated Saab aircraft (Draaken), this could be a possibility, however I would have thought a US-built purchase (F-35) more likely especially knowing the way the US likes to bully or bribe its smaller allies into buying American - Remember the F-104 scandal.

[ENSIGN FOREVER]

Ironic seeing this post today - I have just watched 3 Swedish AF Gripens take off from our local RAF base (Lossiemouth) this morning - a very nice looking aircraft.

As Denmark has already operated Saab aircraft (Draaken), this could be a possibility, however I would have thought a US-built purchase (F-35) more likely especially knowing the way the US likes to bully or bribe its smaller allies into buying American - Remember the F-104 scandal.

DK is a Level 3 JSF partner ($150 million).

As DK has also previously operated Lockheed AC such as the F-104 and F-16 (ex-GD now Lochkeed), this could be a possibility, however I cannot discard the thought of a Swedish-built purchase (Grippen) more likely especially knowing the recent history of Swedish companies bribing into buying its equipment - Remember the Bofors Scandal.

[signatory]

DK is a Level 3 JSF partner ($150 million).

As DK has also previously operated Lockheed AC such as the F-104 and F-16 (ex-GD now Lochkeed), this could be a possibility, however I cannot discard the thought of a Swedish-built purchase (Grippen) more likely especially knowing the recent history of Swedish companies bribing into buying its equipment - Remember the Bofors Scandal.

Wow you found one case in 60 years of Swedish arms industry. Done 20 years ago when everyone else did the same. clap clap

[ENSIGN FOREVER]

Wow you found one case in 60 years of Swedish arms industry. Done 20 years ago when everyone else did the same. clap clap

Just rebutting your Lockheed case from 40 years ago.

[signatory]

Just rebutting your Lockheed case from 40 years ago.

My? what are you smoking? Hey maybe you should move to political if you wish to bitch about evil wessies