A.P.Richelieu
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No, SAAB was told by the Swiss that they should not bother.Saab believed initially when the competition was launched that they could meet the requirements. But at day X they realised they couldn't demonstrate the required capabilites which is why they stayed at home. If they weren't "allowed" (whatever that means) they would have sued.
The F-35s that were sent to Payerne were operational aircraft and demonstrated the required capabilites. Block 4 was not a requirement.
The demand was that the aircraft was in operation. Gripen E is only in operation this year,
Why demand this? To ensure there are no delays!
And then they select the Block 4 which does not work, and is likely to incur delays.