Air Power 2017: Brazil getting to Gripen (video)

11th July 2017 - 13:00 GMT | by Helen Haxell in Rio de Janeiro

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The Brazilian Air Force provides Shephard with an overview and closer look at the capabilities of the Gripen E.

The single-seat fighter jet’s first flight took place in June this year. The air force will be receiving in total 36 aircraft.

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