Overview
- Six fighters arrived as the opening batch of a 24-aircraft purchase and were showcased over central Buenos Aires after departing Córdoba.
- Danish pilots flew the jets during the presentation flights while Argentine pilots rode in the rear cockpits for instruction.
- The aircraft reached Argentina without operational armament, with military sources indicating munitions are expected to begin arriving around mid-2026.
- The U.S.-approved deal cites a $301 million package covering aircraft, extra engines, spares, ground support and simulators, while some reports estimate broader related spending near $650 million.
- The transatlantic ferry used U.S.-provided aerial refuelers alongside Argentine transport aircraft, and training, certification and base upgrades remain underway.