Eurofighter Typhoon

The Eurofighter program, a military and industrial collaboration project, has evolved from an air superiority fighter to a versatile multi-purpose fighter. Spain has been a reliable partner, while Germany has faced internal political debates. Despite these challenges, the program has achieved significant milestones and Spain's industry, led by EADS-CASA, has responded effectively. Germany's operational availability rate is the lowest among users.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 92 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2022
Publisher: Kagero Oficyna Wydawnicza

The Eurofighter program stands as the most significant military and industrial collaboration project ever undertaken on the Old Continent. Initially conceived as an air superiority fighter to counter the numerical advantage of the Warsaw Pact air forces, it has evolved into a true multi-purpose fighter, arguably the most advanced in existence today, with the potential exception of the North American F-35 Lightning II. While the program's entry into service was delayed due to the introduction of new technologies, such as electronic equipment and pilot equipment, these challenges were relatively manageable. The most challenging aspect of the program has been the unwavering commitment of the four partner nations to overcome the program's milestones as time passed. Spain has consistently demonstrated its reliability as a partner, with its industry, led by EADS-CASA (now Airbus Defense & Space), adeptly responding to the ever-present challenges. In contrast, Germany faced internal domestic political debates surrounding the Eurofighter issue, with ongoing discussions in the Federal Parliament. However, these debates have largely been resolved, although Germany's operational availability rate remains the lowest among all users.

Dimension: 297 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788366673984