Sweden provides Ukraine with specialised equipment for military airfields

- 8 May, 14:40
Photo: Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence

Sweden has provided Ukraine with specialised equipment for maintaining military airfields.

Source: Ukraine's Ministry of Defence

Quote: "High-quality maintenance of runways directly affects how safely and successfully pilots can carry out combat missions."

Details: The equipment will help to:

  • keep airfields operational 24/7 in all weather conditions
  • ensure pilots' safety during take-offs and landings
  • maintain uninterrupted combat operations of aviation

Background:

  • Earlier, the Ministry of Defence reported that Ukraine and Sweden are preparing to conclude contracts for the supply of JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets. This was discussed during a meeting between Ukraine's Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and Swedish Defence Minister Pål Jonson.
  • Earlier reports also noted that Ukraine is considering using EU financial support to purchase JAS 39 Gripen jets and strengthen its air defence.

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