12 to 18 Dutch F-16s fly to Romania for Ukrainian pilot training

The Dutch News Agency ANP recently quoted the Minister of Defense of the Netherlands, announcing plans to deploy between 12 and 18 F-16 fighter jets to Romania shortly. This move is part of a broader initiative to train Ukrainian pilots.  

Royal Netherlands Air Force  inventory comprises 42 aircraft. These are being replaced by F-35s. It's expected to shift up to 24 fighter jets to Ukraine, reserving the remaining for training purposes.

F-16 will be inducted into Ukrainian Air Force Service in 6-8 months.