Dassault Mirage 2000
France is adapting AASM HAMMER bombs for Ukrainian Gripens, of which at least 32 are expected. This will expand the number of platforms capable of carrying the munitions.
On Independence Day, ground robots traveled along Khreshchatyk, maritime drones passed along the Dnipro, and Mirage 2000 and F-16 aircraft were demonstrated in the sky.
The SBU neutralized a Russian intelligence agent network consisting of 14 people who collected data on Ukrainian air bases. The enemy planned to use this information for missile strikes against F-16 and Mirage 2000 aircraft.
Ukraine has developed two types of guided aerial bombs capable of hitting targets at a distance of over 100 km. There are plans for mass production of these domestic KABs.
Ukrainian military personnel are undergoing training on Mirage 2000-5F fighters with France's participation in the EUMAM Ukraine mission. The training includes air combat, maintenance, and takes place in France and Poland.
Greece may transfer 43 Mirage aircraft to Ukraine in exchange for Rafale. The issue will be discussed during Macron's visit on April 24-25 to enhance Ukraine's security.
Belgium and Norway are delaying the transfer of 36 fighter jets due to problems with F-35s and aircraft repairs. Currently, Ukraine has received only a portion of the aircraft from Denmark and the Netherlands.
Paris is trying to negotiate with Athens on the supply of fighter jets for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Greece is currently refusing due to the need to maintain its own defense.
Ukraine and France have agreed on joint arms production in both countries. This paves the way for large-scale projects in the defense industry.
Ukrainian air defense uses a variety of systems to protect against Russian aerial targets. Air defense systems are classified by range and type, including Buk SAMs, NASAMS, Patriot, as well as mobile fire groups and aviation.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov discussed with his French counterpart Catherine Vautrin the strengthening of air defense, the supply of missiles, and Mirage 2000-5 aircraft. France will transfer additional domestically produced missiles and fighter jets.
The Ukrainian Air Force demonstrated the operation of the French Mirage 2000 fighter jet at an operational airfield during a combat mission. The pilot and technicians spoke about the aircraft's effectiveness and the importance of international support for Ukraine.
Since August 2024, Ukrainian F-16 and Mirage-2000 pilots have intercepted over 1,300 aerial and destroyed over 300 ground targets of the occupiers. The F-16s account for over 1,300 intercepted aerial targets and the elimination of hundreds of units of enemy equipment.
The Greek government plans to transfer a defense aid package worth over 199 million euros to Ukraine through the Czech Republic. It includes 60 M110A2 howitzers, 50,000 M106 shells, 40,000 M650 HERA shells, 30,000 M404 ICM shells, 30,000 M509A1 DPICM shells, and thousands of 70mm and 127mm Zuni rockets.
Ukraine's allies in Europe and NATO are pressuring the Greek government to sell some of its Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Kyiv through the PURL initiative. Athens is reluctant to transfer modern weapons to Ukraine, preferring outdated armaments.
Ukrainian pilots spoke about a successful air operation using Western weapons. The use of ADM-160 MALD missiles as decoys allowed for high-precision strikes on enemy targets.
The SBU detained an Air Force pilot-instructor who was collecting data for Russian intelligence. He transmitted coordinates of aircraft and personal data of pilots for strikes on airfields.
Ukrainian aircraft manufacturing, which services Western aircraft and modernizes military aircraft, lost state support from January 1, 2025. The Defence City initiative could be a lifeline, but it needs changes to include aircraft manufacturing enterprises and lower the income threshold from defense contracts.
During a mission, a technical failure occurred in the Mirage-2000 fighter jet; the pilot successfully ejected, and his condition is satisfactory. Experts note the coordinated response of the Ukrainian aviation system and well-trained personnel, despite the age of the aircraft.
The State Bureau of Investigation has launched a pre-trial investigation into the crash of a Mirage-2000 military aircraft on July 22, 2025. The pilot ejected and survived, the plane crashed into an uninhabited area due to electronic malfunction.
A French Mirage-2000 fighter jet crashed in Ukraine due to equipment failure. According to the Air Force spokesman, the pilot acted competently in a crisis situation. Ihnat urged media and relevant experts not to jump to premature conclusions.
On July 22, 2025, a Mirage-2000 fighter jet crashed in Ukraine due to aviation equipment failure. The pilot successfully ejected after reporting a malfunction.
The Presidents of Ukraine and France discussed Ukraine's defense needs, strengthening air defense, and training pilots for Mirages. France confirmed its readiness to accept additional pilots for training and is working on joint solutions for protection against Russian strikes.
In army aviation explained why Ukraine should modernize Soviet equipment.
French Mirage 2000 fighter jets flew over the Black Sea, forming a trident in the sky. This gesture became a symbol of support for Ukraine and the strategic partnership with France.
Ukraine has signed an agreement with NATO to integrate aviation into a single digital system. This will allow data exchange with aircraft, air defense systems, and other components of the Alliance's defense.
France has begun a large-scale reconstruction of the Luxeuil-Saint-Sauveur airbase worth $1. 7 billion. This is being done to accommodate the latest Rafale fighters and ASN4G missiles with nuclear capabilities.
Russia carried out a massive combined attack on Ukraine, using various types of missiles and UAVs. Ukraine needs more air defense systems to protect the population from such attacks.
The President of Ukraine announced personnel reshuffles in the military aviation. The new appointments are intended to strengthen defense capabilities and improve the aviation component of the Defense Forces.
A new vertical for aviation development will appear in the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Umerov has already appointed people who will oversee this direction and has submitted a proposal to the Cabinet of Ministers.