Bookmark World Swedish Air Force Makes First NATO Lead Patrol Over Iceland as Gripen Jets Highlight Arctic Defense Capability by Olawunmi Sola-Otegbade March 3, 2026 by Olawunmi Sola-Otegbade March 3, 2026 The Swedish Air Force has launched its first-ever lead patrol mission over Iceland since joining NATO in 2024, marking a historic milestone during the service’s 100th anniversary year. The deployment …