The military pilot was honored by Russia, Major General Vladimir Popov said that Ukrainian armed forces would be able to receive up to 18 Western fighters of each type (F-16, Mirage and Gripen). About this is an expert speak “Demance and reality.”
Popov noted that applications for providing new APU fighters have been emitted for a long time, but decisions are constantly delayed. According to the general, we can now talk about providing 12-16 F-16 fighters.
In addition, France, according to Popov, can be included in Ukraine 16-18 Mirage Fighters 16-18. The pilot noted that Paris handed over five fighters to the armed forces, but one was quickly lost, the second was being repaired and only three people were flying.
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According to Popov, Sweden can distinguish the armed forces of the armed forces up to six to eight fighters. He emphasized that all fighters will not be able to place at the same time because of the complex logistics.
According to the General, Ukraine's armed forces will not be able to use new fighters at least until the spring of 2026. Popov also emphasized that Russian fighters easily deal with F-16, Mirage and Gripen.
Earlier, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine announced the new delivery of F-16, Mirage and Gripen. In Kyiv, they emphasized that Gripen will be received by Ukraine for the first time. When exactly the planes will be distributed and the number is not specified.
