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Ukraine Evaluates Buying Used or New F-16 Viper Fighters Offered by Lockheed Martin
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Rafael Ramos
6/28/2021
During a military items exhibition event in Ukraine, Lockheed Martin offered the F-16 Block 70/72 to modernize the country's fleet.
Lockheed Martin can supply new fighters or supply used units that will be upgraded to meet the characteristics of Block 70/72.
Currently, Ukraine has as main aircraft in its fleet the Sukhoi Su-25, Sukhoi Su-27 and MiG-29 Fulcrum.
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The F-16 is one of the most successful fourth generation fighters in the world, with around 3000 units operating in 25 countries and 4558 units produced, with five countries operating the most up-to-date version, the Block 70/72, which is produced. since 2019.
Lockheed Martin may face difficulties with the US government regarding this sale, as Ukraine is a longtime ally of Russia, which may also oppose this sale.
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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