Saab Draken
The Saab Draken (Dragon or Kite) or Saab 35 is a Swedish fighter aircraft manufactured by Saab between 1955 and 1974. The Draken was built to replace the Saab Tunnan.As the jet era started Sweden saw the need for a jet fighter that could intercept bombers at high altitude, but also take on fighters. The concept is similar to the US Air Force' F-104 Starfighter.
It was later replaced by the Saab Viggen in Swedish service although it remains in limited numbers in both military (in for instance Austria) and civilian service.
See also: Swedish Air Force
