Ukrainian pilots describe the fear of being outgunned by Russia's air force and implore the West to give them F-16 jet fighters, in CNN interview
Ukrainian pilots implored the West to supply them with F-16 fighter jets, in a new CNN interview. AdvertisementAs the counteroffensive of the Ukrainian forces gets underway, a pair of Ukrainian pilots implored the West to supply them with F-16 fighter jets and described the difficulties of competing with Russia's dominant air power. In a recent interview with CNN, a pilot in the Ukrainian air force said the country's aged Soviet-era Su-25s can't compete with Russia's Su-35s, their radars, and long-range missiles. However, a deputy battalion commander highlighted that strong Russian air force power has made it difficult for Ukrainian forces to advance. Advertisement"We try to maneuver to avoid them"US Air Force photo by Tech.
Source: CNN June 24, 2023 08:04 UTC
