The Dutch Ministry of Defense is preparing six more F-16 fighters for delivery to Ukraine.
This was reported by the Minister of Defense of the Netherlands, Keesa Ollongren.
“The total number of previously promised F-16s is 24. Ukraine’s air superiority is essential to counter Russian aggression,” she wrote on social network X on Monday.
The Netherlands Ministry of Defence is readying 6 additional F-16 fighter aircraft for delivery to Ukraine. This brings the total number to 24 F-16s. 🇺🇦’s aerial superiority is essential for countering Russian aggression.#StandWithUkraine
— Kajsa Ollongren (@DefensieMin) February 5, 2024
About the F-16
The F-16 is a multi-role fighter aircraft manufactured by General Dynamics. The aircraft, with its direct purpose of air combat, can be used as a tactical bomber, air defense element and even a specialized electronic warfare aircraft. The F-16 combines the functionality of all the major Soviet platforms used by the Ukrainian Air Force today.
As a reminder, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has created a special structure for the integration of the F-16.