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Originally Posted by zraver
The Gripen is not subject to sanctions by America. It is powered by the Volvo Aero Corporation RM12 turbofan engine based on the F404, the new technology demonstrator is likewise equipped with an American based but fully Swedish built engine.
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Negative. The RM-12 is assembled with GEAE provided kits. Volvo does manufacture several parts, fan and compressor discs, compressor spool, some case and afterburner parts, but not the complete engine.
It is most certainly subject to US restrictions, as are all weapons that use US built parts.