Ukraine prepares infrastructure for F-16 jets, – defense ministry
Source: deputy defense minister Oleksandr Pavliuk
Ukraine is actively preparing its airfield infrastructure to receive F-16 fighters.
According to the Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Lieutenant General Oleksandr Pavliuk, the training of pilots and engineers is ongoing, as well as the integration of these multi-purpose aircraft into the system of the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
‘The assessment of airfields for multipurpose fighters has been carried out. Also, our pilots and engineers are training with the F-16 from August 2023 on a wide range of programs,’ the deputy minister stated.
In Ukraine, in parallel, complex work is being carried out on the preparation of infrastructure, its protection, including air defense measures and other aspects. Training takes place in the conditions of constant use of airfield infrastructure, involvement of engineering and flight personnel to perform various tasks.
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