Brazil Announces Intention to Order 20 Additional Gripen E/F Fighter Jets (opex360.com)

• Brazilian defense minister announces intention to order 20 additional Gripen E/F jets, raising total to 56.
• Swedish defense minister confirms ongoing negotiations to amend the contract.
• Brazilian Air Force commander states requirement of 50-60 fighters; 56 'satisfactory'.
• Original 2014 contract had option for 9 more; 15 of 36 initial jets built locally by Embraer.
• Budget cuts of 4.3 billion reais affect defense, but Gripen procurement continues.

"Brazil's defense minister stated on June 4, 2026, the country intends to order 20 more Saab Gripen E/F (F-39E) fighter jets, raising the total to 56. The Swedish defense minister confirmed ongoing negotiations. The Brazilian Air Force commander noted a requirement of 50-60 aircraft. The original 2014 contract included options for nine additional units, and 15 of the initial 36 are built locally by Embraer."