Canada, Saab still in ‘intensive’ talks, but no decision made on fighter jets purchase: Saab CEO

Canada, Saab still in ‘intensive’ talks, but no decision made on fighter jets purchase: Saab CEO

The CEO of Saab says there are still 'intensive' talks underway with the Canadian government around the potential purchase of Gripen fighter jets, but that he has no timeline for when Canada will finish its review of the American-made F-35s.

Saab CEO says Canada could get Gripen fighters in five years

Saab’s chief executive said Canada’s existing aerospace infrastructure sets it apart from previous Gripen customers and could support a faster delivery timeline.  Saab president and CEO Micael Johansson said on March 29, 2026, that delivering Gripen fighter jets to Canada within five years is “absolutely doable,” arguing that the country’s industrial base gives it a stronger starting point than previous customers such as Brazil.  Speaking to CTV…

Saab says talks with Canada over Gripen remain ‘intensive’ amid F-35 uncertainty

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