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First Ukrainian F-16 Pilots Finish Training in UK

The development is a significant step forward from Ukraine’s current Soviet-era capabilities, British Defense Minister Grant Shapps said.

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Key Takeaways:

  • Ukraine's first group of F-16 fighter pilots has completed basic training in the UK and is now learning to fly the jets in Denmark.
  • The Netherlands is preparing to make 18 F-16 fighter jets available for delivery to Ukraine, pending necessary licenses and logistical arrangements.
  • Ukrainian defense officials expressed deep gratitude for the international training, emphasizing its crucial role in preparing them to operate F-16s against Russia and modernize their air force.
  • The UK's training program, which began in August, included language and basic flight instruction, with further groups of pilots expected to undergo similar training.
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Ukraine’s first group of F-16 fighter pilots have completed basic training with the Royal Air Force (RAF) in the U.K. and are now learning to fly the fighter jets in Denmark.

The development comes days after Dutch military officials confirmed the Netherlands is beginning to prepare 18 F-16 jets for delivery to Ukraine.

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