Saab has confirmed the Royal Thai Air Force’s choice of the Gripen E/F to replace the force’s F-16s, and the formal procurement process can now begin.

The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) announced its preference in August 2024 to acquire Saab’s next generation Gripen, beating out a Lockheed Martin proposal offering Block 70/72 F-16 Fighting Falcons. The air force’s decision still required formal approval from the Thai Government, although signals from ministers suggested this was not a highly contentious proposal. Contents Saab has confirmed the Royal Thai Air Force’s choice of the Gripen E/F to replace the force’s F-16s, and the formal procurement process can now begin. Gripen E/F Sales

On Jun. 4, 2025, Saab issued a press release stating that the selection had been confirmed

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