The first Lansen was delivered in 1955 and the aircraft type was flown until the 1990s. In total, Saab produced nearly 500 examples of the type, of which 287 were 'A' attack versions. It was an important part of the Swedish defense during the 1950s and 1960s. Unfortunately, a third of all Lansens were destroyed in various accidents, in which a total of 100 crew members and seven civilians died. The accidents were largely due to technical failures and the pilots being poorly trained in flying in the dark and bad weather. The Flygvapenmusem's example flew from 1957 with F 6 Karlsborg.

Withdrawn from use in 1975 and preserved at the Flygvapnetmuseum.

date and location are not certain. This Lansen was retired late 1975 and was destined for the Flyvapenmuseum. So it is very probable that this picture was taken shortly after arrival with the Malmen museum. Confirmation is needed, though.

Later housed indoors when the museum was extended.