The November 2025 proposal pairs Gripen with the F-35 in a mixed Canadian fighter force. A couple of wings of each aircraft would be an expensive option. Gripen's suggested contribution is the ability to operate farther forward and from leaner bases than the F-35. The different basing options provide the argument for buying both. The proposal is distinct from replacing one purchase with the other.
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Why a mixed F-35 and Gripen fleet could suit Canada
Operating both aircraft could pair the F-35's capabilities with Gripen's ability to use leaner bases farther forward.