Lockheed Martin delivers second F-16 Block 70 fighter jet to Bulgarian Air Force
The second F-16 Block 70 fighter jet for the Bulgarian Air Force arrived in Bulgaria on Sunday, 8 June, the Ministry of Defence announced.
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Bulgaria grounds first F-16 Block 70 jet due to system deviation during acceptance testing
Bulgaria’s first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet has been grounded due to a system deviation identified during the acceptance process, Air Force Commander Major General Nikolay Rusev confirmed this week.
Lockheed Martin and Bulgarian Air Force mark arrival of first Bulgaria F-16 Block 70 fighter
Lockheed Martin and the Bulgarian Ministry of Defence formally celebrated the arrival of the first F-16 Block 70 in Bulgaria on Sunday, commemorating the beginning of F-16 operations in Bulgaria.
Bulgaria receives first F-16 Block 70 multirole aircraft from Lockheed Martin [VIDEO]
The first F-16 Block 70 multirole fighter jet for the Bulgarian Air Force landed at Graf Ignatievo Air Base near Plovdiv on Wednesday, 2 April, marking a significant step in the country’s modernisation of its air capabilities.
Bulgaria: lawmakers approve USD 82 million procurement of Javelin anti-tank missiles
Bulgaria’s parliament has approved the purchase of USD 82.7 million worth of Javelin anti-tank guided missiles from the United States, as reported by Reuters.
Bulgaria considers acquisition of CAESAR artillery systems from France
The Bulgarian government is exploring the possibility of purchasing French CAESAR 155mm self-propelled howitzers.
Lockheed Martin rolls out first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet for Bulgarian Air Force [VIDEO]
On 31 January 2025, Lockheed Martin hosted a formal ceremony at its Greenville, South Carolina, facility to mark the handover of the first F-16 Fighting Falcon Block 70 aircraft to Bulgaria.
Lockheed Martin: successful flight of first Bulgarian F-16 Block 70 aircraft
On October 24, Lockheed Martin announced the successful flight of the first Bulgarian F-16 Block 70. Bulgaria will be the second European country to receive the F-16 Block 70. Â
International Armored Group (IAG) launches new manufacturing plant in Bulgaria
International Armored Group (IAG), a leading manufacturer of armoured vehicles, has officially opened a new production facility in Burgas, Bulgaria.
ESSI: Bulgaria signs contract for IRIS-T SLM air defence system
Bulgaria has signed a contract to procure the German medium-range air defence system, IRIS-T SLM, as part of the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI).
Bulgaria to bolster anti-tank capabilities with Javelin missile purchase
The US Defense and Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced that the US Department of State has approved the sale of Javelin anti-tank guided missiles to Bulgaria.
Korea Aerospace Industries offers FA-50 fighter jets to Bulgaria as replacement for aging fleet
Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) is offering its FA-50 light combat aircraft to Bulgaria as an optimal solution for the country’s aging air fleet.