"Continuing talks with Ukrainian side on the transfer of MIG-29 aircraft" - stated the General Staff of the Polish Army on the X service. The fighters are to be part of the support for Ukraine as well as the safety of the NATO east flank. In return, Poland is to receive selected drone and rocket technologies.
According to the communication, MIG-29 fighters, which the Polish military has, are already used. alternatively of russian aircraft, Polish military aviation uses American F-16 and Korean FA-50 purchased in fresh years.
"The transfer of aeroplanes is related to their accomplishment of mark operating lifetimes and lack of prospects for further modernisation in the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland" - informed the army.
SEE: Special safety measures during Zelenski's visit. The weapons have returned to attention.
The final decision to transfer MIGs to the Ukrainians has not yet been taken. The ongoing discussions concern equipment that the Ukrainian side could hand over to Poland in return.
"The aircraft donation will be part of an allied policy of supporting Ukraine and maintaining the safety of the east NATO flank. Tasks withdrawn from MIG-29 aircraft service will be operated by F-16 and FA-50 aircraft" - gave the staff.
Polish MIG-29 for Ukraine? The Army sets the terms
The military is not going to quit russian production fighters without wanting anything in return.
"The goal is not only equipment compensation, but above all the acquisition and joint improvement of fresh defence and industrial competences" - said the army.
SEE: Declaration by Zelenski on the peace plan. "We're ready."
The interest of the Polish side in the exchange is to awaken Ukrainian drones and rocket systems.
"Concurrently, in connection with the transfer of aircraft, talks are being held with the Ukrainian side in terms of making Poland available selected drone and rocket technologies" - informed the General Staff of the Polish Army.
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