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Geopolitics Decanted by Silverado
Ukraine Finally Has F-16s. What Now?
Aug 1, 2024
Dmitri Alperovitch, a military strategy expert, joins Justin Bronk, a Senior Research Fellow specializing in airpower and technology, to discuss the arrival of F-16s in Ukraine. They examine how these jets might not transform the battlefield but can be strategically integrated with systems like Harpoons and Storm Shadow missiles. The conversation dives into the growing threat of Russian drones, the performance of PATRIOT systems, and the future of air combat, particularly the integration of UAVs with manned aircraft.
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- The arrival of F-16s enhances Ukraine's air defense but poses operational challenges due to limited numbers and existing ground systems.
- Ukrainian air defense relies heavily on improving detection capabilities and integrating surveillance drones to counter emerging threats effectively.
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Impact of F-16s on Air Defense in Ukraine
The introduction of F-16s to Ukraine's air force is primarily expected to enhance air defense, serving as an additional layer to intercept drones and cruise missiles. However, the limited number of jets poses a challenge, as only a small number will be operational in the short term. This makes it crucial for Ukraine to manage the deconfliction of airspace to prevent friendly fire incidents. Although the F-16s could improve Ukraine's ability to counter airborne threats, their overall impact might be limited due to required coordination with existing ground-based air defense systems.
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