Overview
- The first batch of six F-16AM/BM aircraft purchased from Denmark is scheduled to arrive on December 5, ferried by Danish military pilots.
- The government has published a low-altitude flyover for Sunday morning over central Buenos Aires, including the Casa Rosada, Avenida de Mayo, Avenida 9 de Julio, Aeroparque and Puerto Madero.
- After the flyover, the jets will proceed to Córdoba for a 9 a.m. presentation at Área Material Río Cuarto led by President Javier Milei with Defense Minister Luis Petri.
- The package includes single- and two-seat variants, armament and support equipment, with upgrades for advanced sensors, data links and electronic-warfare systems.
- Officials describe the arrival as a key reinforcement of national airspace defense, replacing roles once filled by the retired Mirage fleet.