F-35 too expensive: Switzerland forced to reduce its fighter fleet
The price of the F-35A exceeds the approved budget. Bern wants to buy “as many as possible” for under CHF 6 billion, at the risk […]
Switzerland
Switzerland prepares for the end of the F-5 Tiger: what does the future hold for the Patrouille Suisse?
Bern has confirmed that the F-5 Tiger will be phased out by 2027, with major implications for the Patrouille Suisse. Budgetary issues, aviation heritage, and […]
Ukraine, NATO, F-35: Swiss neutrality under pressure
Swiss neutrality, long considered a pillar of its stability, is now being called into question by the war in Ukraine, tensions between NATO and Russia, […]
Switzerland: government confirms F-35 budget overrun and questions purchase of aircraft
Bern faces a budget overrun of more than CHF 1 billion for 36 F-35A aircraft. With no fixed price, tensions with the US and renewed […]
Switzerland delivers 22 F-5 Tiger II to the US Marines to modernize its fleet
Switzerland is transferring 22 decommissioned F-5E/F Tiger IIs to the US Marine Corps for €30 million, freeing up space for F-35As. Technical and strategic details. […]
Switzerland turns to Europe for its fighter jets
Switzerland is considering rejecting the US F-35 in favor of European fighter jets, weighing up strategic factors and additional costs. Switzerland is rethinking its fighter […]
Switzerland: parliamentary inquiry into the cost of the F-35s
The Swiss contract for 36 F-35 fighter jets is under review: the bill has risen by €1.3 billion, sparking a strategic and budgetary debate. A […]
Switzerland strengthens defense ties with the EU through cybersecurity
Switzerland is joining an EU cyber military project, marking a strategic shift in its policy of armed neutrality. The Swiss Confederation is preparing to officially […]
Switzerland joins the European SkyShield project
Switzerland joins the Sky Shield Initiative, reconciling neutrality and European cooperation on air defence. Analysis of the implications and opportunities. Switzerland, renowned for its historic […]
Switzerland to produce four of its 36 US F-35A fighters locally
RUAG Switzerland has received approval to produce four F-35A fighters locally, promoting technology transfer with Lockheed Martin. Switzerland has authorised RUAG to produce four of […]