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France Orders Two Saab GlobalEye Early-Warning Jets in $1.3 Billion Deal

Deliveries start in 2029 to begin replacing France’s aging E-3F Sentry fleet.

Overview

  • The contract with the French DGA is valued at about SEK 12.3 billion and includes ground equipment, training, and long-term support.
  • France secured an option to purchase two additional GlobalEye aircraft beyond the initial pair.
  • Saab schedules the first delivery for 2029 and the second by 2032 under the finalized agreement.
  • GlobalEye uses Saab’s Erieye Extended Range radar on a Bombardier Global 6000/6500 platform to track targets across air, sea, and land.
  • France becomes the second export customer after the UAE, with Saab highlighting strengthened Franco‑Swedish ties and European sovereignty.