Overview
- Six MLU‑upgraded F‑16s landed at Área Material Río Cuarto on Friday, with the formal presentation moved up to Saturday due to weather.
- The first batch comprises four two‑seat trainers and two single‑seat fighters acquired from Denmark as part of a 24‑aircraft program.
- A low‑altitude flyover of Buenos Aires is scheduled roughly 08:00–08:45, passing the Casa Rosada, Avenida de Mayo, Avenida 9 de Julio, Aeroparque and Puerto Madero before returning to Córdoba.
- President Javier Milei is slated to lead the reception at Río Cuarto at 09:00, following the metropolitan flyover.
- The jets arrive without integrated armament, with U.S.‑approved weapons to be integrated later as deliveries and training continue into 2026–2028.