The Daily Populous Monday August 5th, 2024 night edition
Authored by united24media.com and submitted by olegvas21

A significant development for Ukrainian defense: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy officially confirmed the arrival of F-16 fighters in Ukraine on August 4, 2024. These advanced aircraft have already begun performing combat missions, marking a crucial step in enhancing Ukrainian armed forces and potentially altering the course of events on the front.

President Zelenskyy confirmed the arrival of F-16 in Ukraine. The aircraft have already begun performing combat missions.

During the ceremony, where the announcement was made, Zelenskyy awarded Ukrainian defenders and paid tribute to the fallen heroes. pic.twitter.com/x62K0oih9l — UNITED24 Media (@United24media) August 4, 2024

This achievement was made possible through the coordinated efforts and support of Western allies, including the Netherlands, Norway, and Belgium, which have also pledged to supply Ukraine with F-16s. Details on the exact number of aircraft delivered remain undisclosed.

The first arriving f16s in Ukraine in Ukrainian airspace. Source: Zhenia Melnyk and Mykola Hrinenko for United24 Media

President Zelenskyy expressed profound gratitude to all partner countries for their invaluable assistance. In his address, he emphasized the significance of this development for strengthening the country’s defense capabilities. Additionally, tribute was paid to the heroes who have fallen in the struggle for Ukraine’s independence. A pilot who tragically lost his life during a combat mission was posthumously honored. The name of the pilot the details of the mission remain confidential.

President Zelensky speaks against the backdrop of the latest F-16s. Source: Zhenia Melnyk and Mykola Hrinenko for United24 Media

These aircraft are equipped with advanced radars and navigation systems, enabling them to effectively track and engage targets at long ranges with high precision. The presence of F-16s in Ukraine will significantly bolster the country’s defensive positions and improve its ability to respond to aerial threats.

Pilots operating the new fighters have undergone intensive training in Romania, Denmark, and the USA. This training has equipped Ukrainian pilots with the necessary skills to effectively utilize the F-16s in combat conditions, ensuring their readiness to handle complex missions.

Today, Ukrainian F-16s are already patrolling the airspace and actively participating in combat operations. This has been made possible through the prompt and coordinated efforts of Ukrainian aviation services and international partners.

Basquebadboy on August 4th, 2024 at 16:46 UTC »

The timeline for getting F16s has been criticized by a ton of people, but they ignore what Herculean effort it is to do this. From zero planes and zero knowledge on a super advanced fighter platform, to combat in two years has not been done before. The dedication of pilots, technicians, support staff and ground personnel is astounding. They went from Soviet doctrine air frames to modern NATO standards in 24 months. No other country adopting the F16, or any other modern plane has done this so fast. The closest we may have are the new planes of World War II, but they were adopted into an existing doctrine.

This is a major, major undertaking and a collaborative effort seldom seen.

I wish all the F16 (and other) crews happy hunting and come back alive.

Itchy-Experienc3 on August 4th, 2024 at 16:18 UTC »

Love to see it, justice for MH-17.. never forget

Knute5 on August 4th, 2024 at 15:43 UTC »

God mach speed.