Voice of America: Ukrainian pilots to begin training on F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters this summer, first group of 24
The US publication Voice of America, citing US officials, has revealed details about the training programme for Ukrainian pilots on F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters.
Here's What We Know
According to journalists, the training programme has not started yet. It will definitely be launched this summer. The training centre is planned to open in Eastern Europe. The training will take place in several phases. The first group of trainees should consist of 24 people.
#BREAKING US officials tell VOA #F16 pilot training for #Ukraine is expected to start this summer with ~2 dozen (24) #Ukrainian pilots.
- Carla Babb (@CarlaBabbVOA) June 15, 2023
The Netherlands said a training centre's being set up in eastern Europe. Officials say Denmark also under consideration to host some training
By the way, the allies have not yet announced the transfer of Fighting Falcon fighters to Ukraine. It is only known that the main candidates for the transfer of aircraft are the Netherlands, Norway and Denmark.
Source: @CarlaBabbVOA
