Ukraine's Rapid Transition to F-16 Fighter Jets Sparks International Interest
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A Ukrainian pilot training to fly F-16s likened the transition from Soviet-made planes to the F-16 to upgrading from a Nokia to an iPhone, praising the jet's agility and advanced electronic systems. The first F-16 fighter jets are expected to be delivered to Ukraine this summer, with a coalition of countries led by the US, Denmark, and the Netherlands assisting in training Ukrainian pilots. Ukraine has long argued for the need for fighter jets to make military progress against Russia, and the F-16's capabilities could significantly increase its strike capability.
- Ukraine pilot: Flying F-16s is like upgrading from Nokia to an iPhone Business Insider
- First Ukrainian F-16 pilots will complete training as soon as May Defense One
- Air Force: Ukraine transitions to F-16 in emergency manner, unlike any other country Yahoo News
- Ukraine's pilots training as fast as they can to be ready for F-16s Scripps News
- Stoltenberg Hints Ukraine Could Use F-16 for Strikes on Military Targets Inside Russia Kyiv Post
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