U.S. approves F-16 C/D fighter and weapon systems sale to Turkey
The U.S. Department of State has greenlighted Turkey’s request for the purchase and upgrade of Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Fighting Falcon Block 70 aircraft.
The U.S. Department of State has greenlighted Turkey’s request for the purchase and upgrade of Lockheed Martin F-16C/D Fighting Falcon Block 70 aircraft.
Lockheed Martin: Currently, seven Bulgarian F-16s are in various stages of production, and the inaugural flight of the first Bulgarian F-16 Block 70 is planned for later this year. Â
Lockheed Martin announced the successful delivery of the first two Slovakian F-16 Block 70 jets.
This bilateral training is an example of advanced military-to-military cooperation that contributes to peace and security in the Western Balkans and throughout Europe.
The Norwegian F-16 aircraft, recently tested in Bodø, North Norway, have now landed in Denmark. After over 40 years in service, these aircraft will now assist Ukraine in its defence efforts.
Norway is providing two F-16 fighter jets to train Ukrainian personnel in Denmark, along with ten instructors to assist in the training.
Ukrainian combat air pilots, after completing basic training in the United Kingdom, are now progressing to learn how to fly F-16 fighter jets in Denmark.
The Netherlands has announced its decision to supply Ukraine with at least 18 F-16 fighter aircraft.
Norway has begun their delivery of F-16 that were used in the Norwegian Air Force.
Derco signed an agreement with Aerostar S.A. to repair landing gear, wheels and brakes in support of the Romanian Air Force F-16 fleet.
The first European F-16 Training Center was inaugurated on Monday, Nov. 13, at the Fetești Air Base in southern Romania.
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