Portugal’s air force chief has a ‘vision’ for the F-35, but for now it’s just that

Portugal’s air force chief has a ‘vision’ for the F-35, but for now it’s just that
Portugal’s air force chief has a ‘vision’ for the F-35, but for now it’s just that

“This is a vision for the future, so there is currently no process of acquiring aircraft to replace the F-16s,” a spokesperson from the office of Portugal’s defense minister Helena Carreiras, told Breaking Defense.

Netherlands, Romania and Lockheed agree to open F-16 training center

Netherlands, Romania and Lockheed agree to open F-16 training center
Netherlands, Romania and Lockheed agree to open F-16 training center

The letter of intent comes after the Biden administration approved the re-export of the fourth generation jets to Ukraine.

Ukrainian pilots to train on F-16s in US in weeks: Pentagon

Ukrainian pilots to train on F-16s in US in weeks: Pentagon
Ukrainian pilots to train on F-16s in US in weeks: Pentagon

Flight training is to begin in October, following language training for what’s expected to be “several” Ukrainian pilots and more maintainers.

Romania expects F-35 Letter of Agreement in 2024, first aircraft in 2030

Romania expects F-35 Letter of Agreement in 2024, first aircraft in 2030
Romania expects F-35 Letter of Agreement in 2024, first aircraft in 2030

The initial order for 32 aircraft also includes 35 engines, weapons, ammunition, logistics support, training services and simulators, according to the Romanian Ministry of National Defence.

Netherlands outlines 3-step F-16 training plan for Ukraine, plus $43.4M air defense package

Netherlands outlines 3-step F-16 training plan for Ukraine, plus $43.4M air defense package
Netherlands outlines 3-step F-16 training plan for Ukraine, plus $43.4M air defense package

Training sessions will begin with a “limited number” of Ukrainian pilots but could be expanded over time.

Denmark considering military submarines after almost 20 year gap: Danish lawmaker

Denmark considering military submarines after almost 20 year gap: Danish lawmaker
Denmark considering military submarines after almost 20 year gap: Danish lawmaker

The Scandinavian nation divested of submarines in 2004 but lawmakers are actively considering whether to acquire them again.

Denmark, Netherlands to lead F-16 training coalition for Ukrainian pilots: Austin

Denmark, Netherlands to lead F-16 training coalition for Ukrainian pilots: Austin
Denmark, Netherlands to lead F-16 training coalition for Ukrainian pilots: Austin

“F-16s clearly have a role and Ukraine deserves a capable Air Force. It’s going to take a considerable length of time to build up an Air Force that’s the size and scope and scale that’ll be necessary,” said Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley.

Norway approves $1.1 billion MH-60R Seahawk deal for partial NH-90 fleet replacement

Norway approves $1.1 billion MH-60R Seahawk deal for partial NH-90 fleet replacement
Norway approves $1.1 billion MH-60R Seahawk deal for partial NH-90 fleet replacement

The new helicopters, to be based at Bardufoss Air Station in northern Norway, are to be used by the Norwegian Coast Guard for antisubmarine warfare (ASW) operations, but Oslo still has to decide on a separate acquisition to replace NH90 ASW capable platforms.

First German Leopard 2 tank deploying to Ukraine ‘very soon,’ but who will be next?

First German Leopard 2 tank deploying to Ukraine ‘very soon,’ but who will be next?
First German Leopard 2 tank deploying to Ukraine ‘very soon,’ but who will be next?

The breakthrough on heavy weaponry marked a pivotal moment in strategic thinking by Western decisionmakers, previously concerned that more modern main battle tanks than the Soviet-era T-72, operated by Ukraine, could lead to an escalation of the war.

NATO vows more ammo and ‘additional capabilities’ to boost Ukraine spring offensive

NATO vows more ammo and ‘additional capabilities’ to boost Ukraine spring offensive
NATO vows more ammo and ‘additional capabilities’ to boost Ukraine spring offensive

NATO member also agreed on a new ammunition warehousing initiative aimed at supporting the pre-positioning of ammunition, while defense ministers started discussions on increasing defense spending above the decade-old two percent GDP target.

UK to offer to train Ukrainian fighter pilots, will ‘look’ at potential jet transfers

UK to offer to train Ukrainian fighter pilots, will ‘look’ at potential jet transfers
UK to offer to train Ukrainian fighter pilots, will ‘look’ at potential jet transfers

Fighter jet training offer comes as three other European nations announce they’ll send more than 100 Leopard tanks to Kyiv.

Denmark’s SH Defence launches second iteration of ‘The Cube’

Denmark’s SH Defence launches second iteration of ‘The Cube’
Denmark’s SH Defence launches second iteration of ‘The Cube’

The system is designed to rapidly move containerized payloads on, off and around warships.

Danish ‘motherships’ could help tackle the Nordic range challenge

Danish ‘motherships’ could help tackle the Nordic range challenge
Danish ‘motherships’ could help tackle the Nordic range challenge

New modular capabilities for Danish ships could help the Kingdom of Denmark cover greater territory – a key part of Nordic defense depth, writes analyst Robbin Laird.

Should Greenland and Denmark become part of NORAD?

Should Greenland and Denmark become part of NORAD?
Should Greenland and Denmark become part of NORAD?

Greenland, in the Danish kingdom, could boost North American security as a NORAD member, argue RAND’s Michael Bohnert and Scott Savitz.