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Sen. Kelly Watches Ukrainian Pilots Training on U.S. Jets

ROMANIA, JUL 9 – Senator Kelly observed Ukrainian pilots training on U.S.-built F-16s and met with U.S. troops and Romanian leaders to reinforce NATO’s support amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

  • U.S. Senator Mark Kelly traveled to Romania last week, where he observed Ukrainian airmen practicing on American-made F-16 fighter jets and engaged with U.S. military personnel deployed near the Black Sea.
  • This visit followed long-standing efforts since Russia's February 2022 invasion of Ukraine to transfer F-16s and train Ukrainian aircrews at bases in Arizona and Romania.
  • Kelly, a former Navy pilot with 39 combat missions flown during Desert Storm, has overseen the training progress of Ukrainian pilots in Arizona and engaged with Romanian officials to enhance NATO alliance cooperation.
  • He said the F-16 training operation is "making a real difference" on Ukraine's battlefield and called Romania's efforts a testament to strong alliances against Putin's illegal invasion.
  • Kelly's trip underscores continued U.S. commitment to Ukraine's defense and NATO support as Ukrainians gain new air capabilities crucial for countering Russian aggression.
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Sen. Kelly watches Ukrainian pilots training on U.S. jets

(The Center Square) — U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, has returned from a trip to Romania, where he sought to strengthen the NATO alliance and show support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia.

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