The Saab JAS 39 Gripen is a Light Single-Engine Multirole Fighter Aircraft In 1979, the Swedish government began development studies for an aircraft capable of fighter, attack and reconnaissance missions to replace the Saab 35 Draken and 37 Viggen. A new design from Saab was selected and developed as the JAS 39, first flying in 1988. Following two crashes during flight development and subsequent alterations to the aircraft's flight control software, the Gripen entered service with the Swedish Air Force in 1997. Upgraded variants, featuring more advanced avionics and adaptations for longer mission times, began entering service in 2003. Role Fighter, Attack and Reconnaissance Aircraft National origin Sweden Manufacturer Saab Group Design group Industrigruppen JAS, FMV First flight 9 December 1988 Introduction 1 November 1997 Status In service Primary users Swedi
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