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[–] matlag@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 week ago (3 children)

It seems that now they even proposed to transfer the software, and all servicing to be done in Canada, even for the engine (US made).

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[–] tangeli@piefed.social 2 points 1 week ago (2 children)

According to this brochure from SAAB:

GE Aviation will provide and sustain the fighter’s engines in Canada.

But that's from 2021, so maybe the current proposal is for a US made engine.

This from 2026 says:

The Gripen E is based on an American engine (F414). This means dependencies on licenses and authorizations. In a context of sovereignty, this is a point that needs to be addressed, not circumvented.

I wonder if a Canadian or European made engine is still possible. I guess anything is, at some a cost.

Investing in any aircraft with critical components controlled by Canada's greatest current threat seems a poor strategy.

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[–] AGM@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 week ago

To my understanding, the plans for a Rolls-Royce engine have never moved forward and are not economical without a much larger market for the Gripens.

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[–] matlag@sh.itjust.works 1 point 1 week ago

Servicing of the engine would indeed be made in Canada: https://www.saab.com/markets/canada/press/saab-chooses-standardaero-to-maintain-gripen-engines-in-canada

You still need to purchase the engine and spare parts from GE.

I suppose Rolls Royce and Volvo could propose alternative engines, but I assume that's as much dev, tests, certifications, so additional cost.

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