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The war with Russia has significantly depleted Ukraine's air force. Additional fighters will assist Ukraine in defending its airspace.Summary
KEY POINTS:
- Western aircraft will help Ukraine protect its population and critical infrastructure against missiles and drones.
- With Western help, Ukraine could operate at least two squadrons of Western fighters before 2024.
References
- AIR AND SPACE POWER: COLLECTIONS | The Runway (govcms.gov.au)
- RUSSIAN-UKRAINE CONFLICT—ARTICLES | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
- 23 May 2023 Ukraine will finally get F-16 fighter jets, but the big impacts may take years to be seen (ABC News)
- 26 May 2023 Sweden considers letting Ukrainian pilots try out Gripen fighter jets (AP News)
Source Information:
- Article Source: The Strategist | ASPI's analysis and commentary site (aspistrategist.org.au)
- Media Check: ASPI - About (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
- RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC.
