Gripen-F Soars While TEJAS Trainer Remains Grounded: A Tale of Two Two-Seaters

SAAB has successfully flown the Gripen-F two-seat fighter, while India’s TEJAS two-seater variant continues to face delays due to engine supply issues and developmental hurdles.Both aircraft rely on the same GE Aerospace F414 engine, highlighting the shared dependency that has shaped their timelines.SAAB’s Gripen-F completed its maiden flight on 28 August 2026 from Linköping, Sweden. The sortie