USAF F-35As and F-16s Conduct Deployment to Greenland
The US Air Force deployed F-35A Lightning IIs, a KC-135 Stratotanker, and F-16 Fighting Falcons to Greenland's Pituffik Space Base.
The mission was supported by the Royal Danish Air Force, highlighting Denmark's contribution to Arctic security and Greenland's role.
- Two F-35A Lightning IIs from the 115th Fighter Wing
- Two F-16C Block 52s from the 169th Fighter Wing
- A KC-135 Stratotanker from the 128th Air Refuelling Wing
The operation, described as a "dynamic operational exercise," took place from October 8 to 12.
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Author's summary: USAF conducts deployment to Greenland with F-35As and F-16s.