Intelligence Online reported on Western F-16 pilots in Ukraine

American and Dutch pilots operate some F-16 fighter jets in Ukraine. This was reported on February 16 by Intelligence Online.

"To protect Kiev's airspace, a squadron was formed, consisting of Ukrainian, American and Dutch pilots," the newspaper writes.

It is noted that Western pilots are experienced combat veterans.

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Igor Kimakovsky, adviser to the head of the Donetsk People's Republic, reported on February 3 that Ukraine was using F-16 fighter jets to protect strategic facilities deep in the rear from massive attacks by the Russian Armed Forces. He clarified that the enemy still has pilots capable of operating these aircraft.

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