DefensePeru orders 12 F-16 Block 70 fighters after controversiesAcquisition comes as interim government finalizes selection after prolonged process; F-16 chosen over Gripen and RafaleApril 23, 2026Read more
DefensePeru delays fighter jet decision after reports of imminent F-16 selectionInterim president pushes potential $2 billion deal for 24 aircraft to next administrationApril 19, 2026Read more
DefensePeru could announce deal for 24 F-16 fighters and KC-135 tanker – reportLocal media says government procurement agency is preparing a Tuesday announcement, potentially ending speculation over the replacement for the aging Mirage 2000 and MiG-29 fleetsApril 14, 2026Read more
DefenseSaab keeps pushing Gripen bid in Peru as fighter decision remains unclearThe South American country has cited the F-16 fighter jet as a favorite, but denied a decision favorable to the USMarch 27, 2026Read more
DefensePeru backtracks on F-16 fighter selection after president’s remarks spark confusionGovernment says procurement process remains ongoing despite earlier comments pointing to U.S. jetMarch 22, 2026Read more
DefensePeru confirms F-16 Block 70 selection to replace MiG-29 and Mirage 2000Country will receive the most advanced F-16 variant in South America as it moves ahead with US-backed dealMarch 20, 2026Read more
DefensePeru plans to expand its fleet of C-27J aircraftCountry already operates four Spartans as it also evaluates new fighter jetsFebruary 17, 2026Read more
DefensePeru denies F-16 selection for fighter replacement programGovernment says no combat aircraft has been chosen despite market speculationFebruary 10, 2026Read more
DefensePeru may move closer to selecting F-16 Block 70 for fighter fleet renewalLocal media report preference for US offer, but no official decision has been announcedFebruary 02, 2026Read more
DefensePeruvian Air Force acquisition plan for 24 combat aircraft faces procurement scrutinyContraloría review highlights procedural issues as Peru weighs Rafale, F-16, and Gripen proposals under $3.5 billion budget.December 15, 2025Read more