Greece modernizes the Air Force fleet (Polemikí Aeroporía). In the close future, Athens is expected to get free of 32 oldest F-16C/D Block 30, as well as at least part of Mirage 2000. They are now replaced by modern Dassault Rafale fighters. So far, 24 French machines have been purchased and more are already planned. In the close future there should besides be the acquisition of F-35A Lightning II, most likely 40 pieces. In addition, strengthening the possible of the Air Force is to trust on upgrading the 82 latest F-16C/D Block 52 to Block 70 (F-16V). However, part of the another machines is to be withdrawn.