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03-06-2024, 02:10 PM
Greek pilot-instructor in F-16 operational use arrived in Kyiv. (June 2, 2024)
According to Greek resource Defense-Point, Greek officer from Hellenic Air Force [HAF] has already arrived in Kyiv. Greek source claimed he was an instructor pilot specializing in operational use of F-16 fighter jet.
For first time, NATO hosts first flight officer from Hellenic Air Force, they were train trainer f-16 pilot
serving as a trainer for Ukrainians in operational use of F-16 fighter jets provided by various NATO member countries, according to exclusive info from Defense-Point,” the resource reported.
Thet are in “Kyiv, Ukraine, presence of a Greek instructor, is part of the “F-16 coalition” initiative—an alliance of Western countries that retrain Ukrainian pilots & support personnel to fly F-16s.
Greece joined this coalition following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Athens on August 21 last year. The Greek side has amassed considerable experience in using Western combat aircraft, particularly during conflicts with Turkey. Their expertise includes close air combat & operational use of fighters in air-to-air missions, as noted in the Defense-Point publication.
First trained group
Including those from Ukraine & China, have confirmed that first group of Ukrainian F-16 pilots has successfully completed their training in the USA. Although exact number of pilots trained remains undisclosed, milestone marks a significant step forward. Details on similar training programs in Europe are still unclear.
Earlier this year, U.S. defense official revealed to Air & Space Forces Magazine. Four Ukrainian pilots were training with 162nd Wing at Morris Air National Guard Base in Tucson, Arizona. Addition, to 20 support personnel were receiving training at Joint Base San Antonio in Texas.
Ukraine is set to receive several 4th-generation fighter jets from Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, & Norway. Contributions are part of a coalition fighter framework, which includes commitments from the U.S. to train Ukrainian airmen. While specifics remain under wraps “to ensure their safety,” Air National Guard spokeswoman Erin Hannigan confirmed that the number of initial graduates and their exact graduation date is still not disclosed. However, unnamed sources hint these airmen are on their way to Europe for further training.
As more pilots are receiving training in Denmark, and Romania who has set up an F-16 training base for Ukrainian pilots. Earlier this week, the Dutch Defense proudly announced it first 10 Ukrainian servicemen have successfully completed F-16 maintenance training in the Netherlands. on Belgian Folks.
Belgium’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs later announced a significant decision be providing Ukraine with 30 F-16 fighter jets, the first planes are anticipated to arrive this year, coinciding with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Belgium. The full delivery is expected to be completed by 2028.
With these 30 new F-16s, the total number of American aircraft pledged to Ukraine rises to 85. Additionally, ten more jets will be allocated for spare parts. This addition complements at least 24 F-16A/Bs from the Netherlands, 19 F-16AM/BMs from Denmark, and 22 F-16AM/BMs from Norway.
https://bulgarianmilitary.com/amp/2024/0...d-in-kyiv/
According to Greek resource Defense-Point, Greek officer from Hellenic Air Force [HAF] has already arrived in Kyiv. Greek source claimed he was an instructor pilot specializing in operational use of F-16 fighter jet.
For first time, NATO hosts first flight officer from Hellenic Air Force, they were train trainer f-16 pilot
serving as a trainer for Ukrainians in operational use of F-16 fighter jets provided by various NATO member countries, according to exclusive info from Defense-Point,” the resource reported.
Thet are in “Kyiv, Ukraine, presence of a Greek instructor, is part of the “F-16 coalition” initiative—an alliance of Western countries that retrain Ukrainian pilots & support personnel to fly F-16s.
Greece joined this coalition following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Athens on August 21 last year. The Greek side has amassed considerable experience in using Western combat aircraft, particularly during conflicts with Turkey. Their expertise includes close air combat & operational use of fighters in air-to-air missions, as noted in the Defense-Point publication.
First trained group
Including those from Ukraine & China, have confirmed that first group of Ukrainian F-16 pilots has successfully completed their training in the USA. Although exact number of pilots trained remains undisclosed, milestone marks a significant step forward. Details on similar training programs in Europe are still unclear.
Earlier this year, U.S. defense official revealed to Air & Space Forces Magazine. Four Ukrainian pilots were training with 162nd Wing at Morris Air National Guard Base in Tucson, Arizona. Addition, to 20 support personnel were receiving training at Joint Base San Antonio in Texas.
Ukraine is set to receive several 4th-generation fighter jets from Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, & Norway. Contributions are part of a coalition fighter framework, which includes commitments from the U.S. to train Ukrainian airmen. While specifics remain under wraps “to ensure their safety,” Air National Guard spokeswoman Erin Hannigan confirmed that the number of initial graduates and their exact graduation date is still not disclosed. However, unnamed sources hint these airmen are on their way to Europe for further training.
As more pilots are receiving training in Denmark, and Romania who has set up an F-16 training base for Ukrainian pilots. Earlier this week, the Dutch Defense proudly announced it first 10 Ukrainian servicemen have successfully completed F-16 maintenance training in the Netherlands. on Belgian Folks.
Belgium’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs later announced a significant decision be providing Ukraine with 30 F-16 fighter jets, the first planes are anticipated to arrive this year, coinciding with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Belgium. The full delivery is expected to be completed by 2028.
With these 30 new F-16s, the total number of American aircraft pledged to Ukraine rises to 85. Additionally, ten more jets will be allocated for spare parts. This addition complements at least 24 F-16A/Bs from the Netherlands, 19 F-16AM/BMs from Denmark, and 22 F-16AM/BMs from Norway.
https://bulgarianmilitary.com/amp/2024/0...d-in-kyiv/
