Argentina has taken delivery of its first six F-16 fighter jets purchased from Denmark, formally restoring the Argentine Air Force’s supersonic capability, with President Javier Milei and Defense Minister Luis Petri unveiling the aircraft after a ceremonial flyover attended by large crowds.
Six F-16 Fighting Falcon jets arrived in Argentina on Saturday morning, marking a significant step in the modernization of the Argentine Air Force and the country’s return to supersonic combat aviation after more than ten years.
The Argentine Air Force confirmed the arrival, announcing, “Mission accomplished: the F-16s have landed on Argentine soil.” The aircraft conducted a formation flyover above Buenos Aires before landing at Área Material Río IV, where they received a traditional ceremonial water salute.
In an official statement, the Air Force said, “Today, six F-16 aircraft flew over our skies for the first time and touched down at Área Material Río IV, where they were welcomed with the customary water arc.”
Large crowds gathered across Buenos Aires to watch the low-level flypast, with families, children, and veterans turning out early to witness the arrival. The Ministry of Defense described the event as a moment of national pride, saying spectators experienced the aircraft up close, hearing their engines and sharing what it called “a unique and historic day for the country.”
The fighter jets were acquired from Denmark through a government-to-government agreement, supported by the United States, and were formally presented by President Javier Milei alongside Defense Minister Luis Petri.
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