New fighters for the Polish Air Force

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The Polish Air Force has acquired F-16C/D Block 52 Fighting Falcon fighter aircraft from Lockheed Martin. The F-16 is the first new combat aircraft type for the Polish Air Force, whose pilots, instructors, and crew personnel will be trained in the United States.

Author: Szulc, Tomasz
Poland, Guided Missiles, Space Vehicles, Parts, Defense industry, Lockheed Martin Corp., F-16 (Aircraft), Defence industry, Poland. Air Force, Defence industries

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Korean fighter decision near

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Competition for the development of South Korea's fighter aircraft is nearing a conclusion. This article describes the process to date. Companies in Europe, Russia, and the U.S. are competing for the contract.

Author: Ahmedullah, Mohammed
United States, South Korea, Europe, Product development, France, Russia, Boeing Co., BA, Dassault Aviation S.A., South Korea. Air Force, Sukhoi Corp.

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Hungary's GRIPEN selection leads Central European fighter search

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The article examines Hungary's decision to purchase 14 Saab JAS-39 GRIPEN fighter aircraft and the implications for industry market share in Central Europe.

Author: Fricker, John
Sweden, Hungary, Market share, International politics, Military policy, Company market share, JAS-39 (Aircraft), Saab-Scania AB. Saab Aircraft Div.

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Subjects list: United States, Equipment and supplies, Contracts, Contract agreement, Fighter planes, Aircraft industry
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