The appeal of the F-16s also lies with their versatility and sustainability, said George Barros, a Russia analyst for the Institute for the Study of War. While they are similar in many ways, F-16s have newer technology and targeting capabilities. Now, Ukraine is relying on older aircraft such as Russian-made MiG29 and Sukhoi jets. will allow shipment of the American-made jets to Ukraine and help provide training, although no official plans or dates have been discussed publicly. President Joe Biden announced in May at the summit of the Group of 7 major economies that the U.S.
The main thing is being able to work the sensors, being able to work your radar” and the other systems of the jet. He told The Associated Press that “you don’t have to worry about it going out of control. “It’s all of the other stuff that goes along with the flying.' “This jet is incredibly easy to fly,” said Brown, an pilot instructor with over 1,000 hours of flight time who is stationed at Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany.
