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Saab delivers first GlobalEye aircraft to Swedish Air Force

Saab has delivered the first GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft to the Swedish Air Force, ordered by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV). Sweden enhances its surveillance capabilities with this new asset.

15 October 2026

Saab has handed over the first GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft to the Swedish Air Force. The aircraft was ordered by the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV).

The GlobalEye system is designed to provide Sweden with an advanced capability for surveillance and information gathering across air, land, and maritime domains. Its purpose is to enable timely decision-making and enhance the effectiveness of military operations. The aircraft's long-range surveillance capabilities and comprehensive operational picture are intended to strengthen Sweden's defense readiness and national security.

This delivery represents a significant enhancement of the Swedish Air Force's assets, providing a versatile platform for extensive intelligence gathering. Saab also manufactures the GlobalEye system for the United Arab Emirates.

Original source: news.cision.com