Denmark tells when it will transfer the first batch of F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters to Ukraine

By: Myroslav Trinko | 11.10.2023, 15:08
Denmark tells when it will transfer the first batch of F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters to Ukraine

In August, it became known that Denmark would transfer its F-16 Fighting Falcon fighters to Ukraine. Now there is information about when the delivery of the aircrafts will start.

When We Can Expect It

According to the Danish Defence Minister, the first batch of fighter jets is planned to be sent to Ukraine in March or April 2024. There is no information yet. But it is known that Denmark has promised Ukraine a total of 19 American fighter jets. By the way, the Ukrainian Air Force will also receive aircraft from the Netherlands, Norway and Belgium.

Flashback

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a multifunctional light fighter. It was developed by the American company General Dynamics. Due to its versatility and low cost, the F-16 is a success on the international market. It is in service with 24 countries. The F-16 is the most mass-produced fighter of the fourth generation. As of 2009, more than 4,400 have been built, and more than 2,500 were in service in 2016.

Source: Breaking The News