Czech Gripen Solo Display Confirmed for Radom International Airshow 2025
The Radom International Airshow, a biennial spectacle set for August 30-31, 2025, at Warsaw-Radom Airport, has just upped the ante with the confirmation of the Czech Air Force’s JAS-39 Gripen Solo Display. For aviation enthusiasts, this is a big deal—a chance to see one of Europe’s sleekest and most capable fighters tear through the Polish skies. The airshow, a magnet for plane spotters and industry insiders alike, has built a reputation as a top-tier showcase of military and civilian aviation prowess, and the Czechs are bringing their A-game.
The official word from the organizers captures the excitement: “We have great neighbors—and ones who are happy to visit us! Czech Air Force at AirSHOW Radom 2025! Czechs are famous not only for their great beer and great humor but also for their excellent air craftsmanship!” It’s a nod to the skill and flair of Cpt. Ondřej Španko will bring, piloting the JAS-39 Gripen in a display that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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For those who know their jets, the Saab JAS-39 Gripen needs little introduction. This Swedish-designed multirole fighter is a marvel of modern aviation—light, fast, and deadly effective. Clocking in at a top speed of Mach 2 (that’s 2,204 km/h, more than twice the speed of sound), it’s built to dominate the skies. What sets it apart, though, is its agility. With a fly-by-wire control system and a delta-wing configuration, the Gripen can pull off rapid maneuvers and handle overstress like few others, making it a natural fit for aerobatic displays and a formidable player in aerial combat. Add to that its advanced avionics, including state-of-the-art radar, and a weapons suite that boasts air-to-air missiles, air-to-ground ordnance, guided bombs, and a Mauser BK-27 cannon, and you’ve got a jet that’s as versatile as it is lethal. It’s no wonder the organizers called it “a true gem of modern aviation—fast, agile, and extremely effective.”
In the hands of Czech pilots, the Gripen becomes more than just a machine—it’s a showcase of skill and finesse. The Czech Air Force has been operating the JAS-39C/D variants since 2005, when they leased 14 of these jets from Sweden under a deal that’s kept their tactical air arm sharp and modern. Based at Čáslav Air Force Base, the Gripens have become a cornerstone of Czech defense, proving their worth in NATO exercises like Lion Effort, where they’ve gone toe-to-toe with other European fighters. For Radom, the solo display will highlight what these pilots can do with a jet that’s designed to operate from short runways and makeshift strips—a nod to its Cold War roots, when flexibility was key. Expect a performance that blends raw power with pinpoint precision, a testament to both the aircraft’s capabilities and the Czechs’ mastery of it.
Radom 2025 is shaping up to be a real treat, and the Czech Gripen won’t be the only star in the sky. The Finnish Air Force is sending their McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C Hornet for a flying display, a jet that’s earned its stripes with its own blend of speed and combat prowess. The Germans are pulling out all the stops, bringing a Eurofighter Typhoon and an Airbus A400M Atlas—both slated for flying and static roles—along with a Sikorsky CH-53G Sea Stallion for the static lineup. Hungary’s contribution includes an Airbus H145M, which will feature in both flying and static displays, showing off its versatility as a light utility helicopter. And of course, the home team isn’t sitting this one out—the Polish Air Force’s Aerobatic Team Orlik will take to the skies with six PZL 130 Orlik trainers, a crowd favourite known for tight formations and smooth choreography.
With this kind of roster, Radom is poised to deliver a spectacle that hits all the right notes for aviation buffs. The Czech Gripen Solo Display, with its promise of “speed, maneuverability, and precise maneuvers,” will undoubtedly be a highlight, proving once again that modernity and strength can coexist with elegance in the air. Whether you’re there for the roar of the engines, the skill of the pilots, or just the chance to see some of Europe’s best hardware up close, this is one show you won’t want to miss. Mark your calendars—August 30-31 is going to be a hell of a weekend.
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