Sweden’s Gripen E: Fly in the cockpit of the latest fighter jet
・Gripen E is equipped with the latest high-performance electronic equipment
・Test drive in the cockpit at Singapore Air Show
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Singapore Air Show:
In February 2024, the Gripen E cockpit simulator was released to the public.
Gripen E cockpit:
stylish! I immediately experienced it.
This is the cockpit of the latest Gripen E.
The screen itself is one size smaller than that of large fighter jets such as the F-15EX.
Gripen E operation and comparison:
The screen moves simultaneously with the movement of the control stick, displaying changes in attitude.
The terrain and cloud flow appear smoothly on the large screen in the cockpit.
The simulator is made to be realistic.
Course and radar detection results:
It also displays detailed information such as what kind of weapons were used.
The movement of the simulator is as agile as a fighter jet.
Improved performance with Gripen E:
Equipped with high-performance electronic equipment, performance has been greatly improved.
Differences in the cockpit:
1. Gripen C displays instruments and navigation maps on multiple screens.
2. Gripen E splits the display onto one large screen.
Thai Air Force Gripen C display:
At this air show, the Thai Air Force’s Type C was also on display.
Currently, Sweden and Brazil have adopted the E type.
Neighboring countries in Asia:
SAAB predicts that in neighboring countries in Asia, there will be demand for Gripen E to replace Gripen C in the future.
This simulator is also on display in South American countries.
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How amazing is the latest Gripen E?
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Gripen features:
Same as Dassault Rafale and Eurofighter Typhoon.
1. Triangular main wing without horizontal stabilizer (=tailless delta wing),
2. Adopts a design that uses canard wings to obtain lift at the nose.
The Rafale and Typhoon fly with two turbofan engines.
The Gripen flies with a single turbofan engine.
Gripen range:
The Gripen’s range and weapon capacity are half those of the Rafale and Typhoon.
Composite materials make the aircraft as lightweight as possible.
The maximum speed exceeds both machines. Reaching Mach 2.2.
Gripen price:
Gripen has a low price despite its high maneuverability and speed performance.
Swedish Government and Serve:
For countries with limited funds, we will lend them through lease contracts.
Rewards for Gripen countries:
Manufacture parts in that country or purchase specialty products from that country.
It was exported to four countries: Czech Republic, Hungary, South Africa, and Thailand.
Royal Test Pilot School in the UK:
The Royal Test Pilot School operates one Gripen aircraft. We train test pilots and engineers.
Gripen’s engine:
Like the F/A-18 “Hornet” fighter, it is equipped with the “F404” turbofan engine.
Gripen E engine:
Like the F/A-18E/F “Super Hornet”, it is equipped with the “F414” turbofan engine.
It combines a lightweight aircraft with a powerful F414 engine.
Gripen NG：
Like the F-22, it does not use afterburner.
It has the ability to fly at supersonic speeds, known as “supercruise.”
Gripen E electronic warfare equipment:
Enhanced compared to Gripen.
1. Jamming AWACS (early warning and control aircraft) and ground radar facilities.
2. Plans are underway to install the electronic function “AREXIS” to create a decoy for the aircraft.
Expanding market share in Central and South America:
Gripen E adopted countries: As of July 2023
The Swedish Air Force has 60 Gripen E’s.
28 aircraft (=F-39E) have been adopted by the Brazilian Air Force.
SAAB will propose the Gripen E/F manufactured in Brazil to Latin American countries such as Colombia and Ecuador.