This information might date from 2002, but this the best and only illustration of the Saab “Project 518,” a clean sheet of paper design proposal for the 12-nation Eurotraining requirement.
http://svt.se/svt/articles/45100-45199/45130/
http://theworldofpolitics.com/showthread.php?t=891
Testing of the wind tunnel model began over 5 years ago. The proposal features a wing planform similar to the F-16, or KAI T-50. However, it would appear that the design offers a better forward view from the rear cockpit than the T-50.
Overall, this model bears a strong family resemblance to the Saab 2102, an early design study for the Gripen.
http://www.canit.se/~griffon/aviation/gripen/39altern/altdesigns.html
The tail design closely mirrors both BAe and Saab configurations from the early 1980s. The final Gripen had a broader, less raked vertical tail to provide more internal volume for equipment.
There have also been rumors to a “single engined” Dassault proposal.
Does anyone have any more information?
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December 29, 2005 at 8:24 pm