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Ukraine loses US-made F-16 fighter, pilot ejects safely

IndiaTimes Saturday, 17 May 2025 ()
Ukraine's air force reported losing contact with a US-made F-16 fighter jet during a manoeuvre to repel a Russian attack, with the pilot ejecting safely after reportedly destroying three air targets. This marks the second confirmed loss of an F-16 for Ukraine, a significant blow as these jets play a crucial role in intercepting missiles and engaging Russian aircraft.
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News video: Ukraine LOSES Another U.S Made F-16 | Total 3 F-16s LOST, Only A Few Remain In Skies To Face Russia

Ukraine LOSES Another U.S Made F-16 | Total 3 F-16s LOST, Only A Few Remain In Skies To Face Russia 03:35

 Ukraine has confirmed the loss of another U.S.-made F-16 fighter jet during a combat mission repelling a Russian airstrike. This marks the third F-16 crash since the West began supplying the jets. Communication was lost mid-mission as the pilot destroyed three targets before an emergency forced him...

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