Kuwait’s Military Receives Third Batch of Eurofighter Typhoon Jets

Sep. 29—DUBAI — Kuwait's military said it received two more Eurofighter Typhoon Tranche 3 jets, making it the third batch out of a total of 28 aircrafts the country has ordered, Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) reported.

The jets, one of the latest multi-role fighters, characterized by electronic warfare and high-speed response capabilities, aim to enhance the combat readiness of the Kuwait Air Force, the air force said in a statement.

The jets that Kuwait has received so far have achieved 100 flying hours, the statement added.

A ceremony was held at the Ali Al-Salem Al-Sabah Air Base to mark the aircraft's landing, according to KUNA.

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