Wednesday, February 10, 2010

The SAAF, the World Cup and Gripen

Spotted by signatory at Military Photos Forum

The unofficial website on South African air force has posted an article about the use of Gripen in the World cup this summer.

Gagiano says that both the missile-armed Gripen D and the missile and cannon-armed single-seat Gripen C fighter will be deployed to safeguard the soccer event. Nine Gripen D aircraft have already been delivered, with the first Gripen C expected to arrive within the next few days. At least four Gripen C fighters are likely to be in the country for the World Cup.

Read the full article here.