Germany transfers three Eurofighter Typhoon fighters to Austria

The Austrian authorities have increased the defense budget in 2023 by 25%. Part of the funds will be allocated to strengthen air defense. In particular, for the purchase of fighter jets.

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Germany will sell three Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft to Austria. The cost of the deal is not specified. At the moment the park Eurofighter Typhoon Austrian Air Force consists of only 15 fighters of the fourth generation.

In addition to buying German planes Austria wants to modernize its own Typhoons, which were purchased 15 years ago, together with Airbus. As part of the Tranche 1 upgrade, Austrian Eurofighter Typhoons will be equipped with the Litening-5 guidance system. The module was developed by Rafael and allows for more effective target interception at night. In addition, Austria wants its planes to be able to use medium-range AIM-120-C8 AMRAAM air-to-air missiles.

Also let's not forget that the authorities do not rule out the replacement of the Eurofighter Typhoon with the fifth generation fighters F-35 Lightning II. Corresponding information appeared last week. The upgrades will extend the life of the Typhoon until about 2035, after which Austria will be able to buy American planes.

Source: scramble

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