Ukraine has prepared F-16 surprises for the Russians: intense battles take place in the sky

Name: Ukraine has prepared F-16 surprises for the Russians: intense battles take place in the sky
Uploaded: 2026-11-13T19:18:30.404Z
Duration: 3 min 6 s
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Ukraine continues to train new fighter pilots on Soviet-era MiG-29 aircraft despite its transition toward Western-made F-16 and Mirage 2000 jets, which have become the backbone of its tactical aviation fleet.

According to Defense Express, Ukraine’s 114th Tactical Aviation Brigade has received a new group of pilots who completed their initial training at the Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University.

The pilots underwent flight training on L-39 jet trainers and will now transition to the two-seat MiG-29UB, flying alongside experienced instructors with combat experience in aerial engagements and strikes against ground targets.

The continued training of MiG-29 pilots comes as Ukraine increasingly relies on Western fighter aircraft for combat operations.

By August 2026, F-16 and Mirage 2000 fighters had reportedly become the foundation of Ukraine’s tactical aviation capabilities, marking a significant shift away from the Soviet-designed aircraft that previously dominated its fleet. However, the transition has not eliminated the operational role of older fighters.

Defense Express noted that Ukraine’s decision to continue preparing MiG-29 pilots reflects both its ability to maintain a domestic military aviation training system during wartime and the continued importance of keeping available aircraft operational.

The MiG-29 remains in active service with the Ukrainian Air Force, carrying out combat missions alongside newer Western platforms. The aircraft could also remain operational for several more years. In January 2026, a Ukrainian fighter pilot told Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty that the country’s MiG-29 fleet could remain in service until at least 2030.

Such a timeline would require Ukraine to maintain pilot training, technical personnel, aircraft maintenance, and combat readiness for the Soviet-era fighters even as its Western-equipped fleet expands.

Ukraine has also continued receiving MiG-29 aircraft and related equipment from international partners. In late October 2026, Poland included two MiG-29 fighters in a €50 million military assistance package for Ukraine. One aircraft remained operational, while the other was intended to provide spare parts. Ukrainian pilots will soon begin training on French Rafale fighter jets in France, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared,earlier. France is also preparing a new defense package for Ukraine, which Kyiv expects to receive soon. Zelenskyy noted that the two leaders discussed the package’s contents but provided no details about the weapons or equipment involved.

Ukrainian and French teams are additionally working to localize the production of French missiles and aerial bombs in Ukraine.

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Ukraine continues to train new fighter pilots on Soviet-era MiG-29 aircraft despite its transition toward Western-made F-16 and Mirage-2000 jets, which have become the backbone of its tactical aviation fleet. According to Defense Express, Ukraine's 114th Tactical Aviation Brigade has received a new group of pilots who completed their initial training at the Ivan Kozhedub Kharkiv National Air Force University. The pilots underwent flight training on L-39 jet trainers and will now transition to the two-seat MiG-29UB, flying alongside experienced instructors with combat experience in aerial engagements and strikes against ground targets. The continued training of MiG-29 pilots comes as Ukraine increasingly relies on Western fighter aircraft for combat operations. By August 2026, F-16 and Mirage 2000 fighters had reportedly become the foundation of Ukraine's tactical aviation capabilities, marking a significant shift away from the Soviet-designed aircraft that previously dominated its fleet. However, the transition has not eliminated the the operational role of older fighters. Defense Express noted that Ukraine's decision to continue preparing MiG-29 pilots reflects both its ability to maintain a domestic military aviation training system during wartime and the continued importance of keeping available aircraft operational. The MiG-29 remains in active service with the Ukrainian Air Force, carrying out combat missions alongside newer Western platforms. The aircraft could also remain operational for several more years. In January 2026, a Ukrainian fighter pilot told Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty that the country's MiG-29 fleet could remain in service until at least 2030. Such a timeline would require Ukraine to maintain pilot training, technical personnel, aircraft maintenance, and combat readiness for the Soviet-era fighters even as its Western-equipped fleet expands. Ukraine has also continued receiving MiG-29 aircraft and related equipment from international partners In late October 2026, Poland included two MiG-29 fighters and a €50 million military assistance package for Ukraine. One aircraft remained operational, while the other was intended to provide spare parts. Ukrainian pilots will soon begin training on French Rafale fighter jets in France, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared earlier. France is also preparing a new defense package for Ukraine, which Kiev expects to receive soon. Zelensky noted that the two leaders discussed the package's contents but provided no details about the weapons or equipment involved. Ukrainian and French teams are additionally working to localize the production of French missiles and aerial bombs in Ukraine.