Fuerza Aerea Argentina F-16 "Fighting Falcon" Sobre Vuelan Buenos Aires/La Nueva Era!

Описание: The first six F-16 fighter aircraft purchased by Argentina have landed in Río Cuarto (Cordoba), marking a major step in the country’s efforts to modernize its air capabilities and deepen defense cooperation with the United States.

U.S. Ambassador Peter Lamelas and officials from the U.S. Air Force took part in the arrival ceremony led by President Javier Milei, Defense Minister Luis Petri, and other Argentine authorities.

The United States supported Argentina throughout the acquisition process, approving the transfer of the U.S.-origin aircraft from Denmark and provided $40 million in Foreign Military Financing to help cover the down payment on the $560 million Foreign Military Sales package, through which the United States will supply training, maintenance, and long-term support. Argentina is providing the remaining funds.

Today’s delivery is the first of four batches. Six additional aircraft will arrive each December through 2028, bringing the total to 24 F-16s. The jets will operate initially in Río Cuarto before transitioning to their permanent base in Tandil.

The arrival of the F-16s strengthens Argentina’s air-defense capabilities and supports operations coordination with the United States, and other NATO partners, reflecting a long-term commitment to cooperation between Argentina and the United States.