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Finland Buys U.S. GBU-53 Glide Bombs, Boosts Precision Capability

6/19/2026

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Finland's defence ministry announced the purchase of U.S.-made GBU-53 SDB II glide bombs for its F-35 fleet.
The GBU-53 bombs give precision air-to-ground capability and can strike moving targets in adverse weather.
Raytheon, a unit of RTX, will produce the bombs and provide spare parts, documentation, transport, training, repair and support services.
Defence Minister Antti Hakkanen said the new capability strengthens Finland's defences in demanding conditions.

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Finland's defence ministry announced the purchase of U.S.-made GBU-53 SDB II glide bombs for its F-35 fleet.
The GBU-53 bombs give precision air-to-ground capability and can strike moving targets in adverse weather.
Raytheon, a unit of RTX, will produce the bombs and provide spare parts, documentation, transport, training, repair and support services.
Defence Minister Antti Hakkanen said the new capability strengthens Finland's defences in demanding conditions.