The Eurofighter’s role in defence, industry and sovereignty

Описание: The Eurofighter programme, in which Airbus plays a significant industrial role, takes on a strategic function to enhance Europe’s defence capabilities, encourage innovation, and support the workforce. The programme ensures Europe’s security across a wide range, from high-tech production facilities to NATO’s rapid reaction capabilities, while making substantial contributions to the regional economy.

Security with Eurofighter: Strengthening Europe's Air Defence Capabilities

As a multirole combat aircraft, the Eurofighter undertakes critical missions within European airspace. A vital tool for ensuring Europe’s security, the Eurofighter successfully carries out air policing, deterrence, and combat operations. As of 2024, NATO’s air forces have conducted over 300 Eurofighter missions to intercept Russian military aircraft.

Eurofighter plays a crucial role, particularly through Spanish Eurofighters stationed in Romania, in safeguarding NATO's eastern borders. The Eurofighter jets work alongside allied aircraft as part of NATO's air policing operations to maintain airspace security.

Eurofighter: A Strategic Investment for European Industry

The Eurofighter programme is not just a military project but also a significant opportunity for the European economy and workforce. Major industrial partners such as Airbus, BAE Systems, and Leonardo employ over 100,000 qualified workers, engineers, and technicians across Europe. The Eurofighter programme is expected to contribute 58 billion euros to the GDP of the four main countries over the next decade and generate 14 billion euros in tax revenue for the respective governments.

The Future of Eurofighter: Continuous Development and Innovation

Eurofighter is an ever-evolving technology. The aircraft will be equipped with new-generation E-Scan radars, enhancing its air-to-air and air-to-ground operations. Furthermore, Eurofighter will work in harmony with manned and unmanned platforms as part of the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) projects.

The Eurofighter Programme and European Security: A Strategic Connection

Eurofighter is a critical component of Europe’s defence strategy. This programme not only strengthens Europe’s defence capabilities but also solidifies Europe’s global competitive advantage in the defence industry. The completion of the Spanish 14th Squadron’s mission in Romania highlights the necessity for Europe to remain united and strong.