Netherlands Air Force fighter aircraft made ​​two flights to escort bombers of Russian Federation

Netherlands Air Force fighter aircraft made ​​two flights to escort bombers of Russian Federation

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The last time the Dutch Air Force scrambled to accompany Russian bombers on April 23

Hague, August 21. F-16 fighter Netherlands Air Force twice rose into the air to accompany Russian Tu-95.

This was reported by the Dutch Ministry of Defence.

“Two Russian aircraft were moving from the north, were accompanied by two Danish F-16 fighters, – explained in the department. – Fighter Netherlands Air Force took the Tu-95 to be accompanied by the Dutch part, after which the problem has moved to the Royal Air Force.”

But then, according to the ministry, “the bombers turned back and again moved towards the Dutch territory.” “The Fighter, part of a rapid reaction force of the Netherlands, was again alerted and escorted Tu-95 as long as they have not reached the area of ​​responsibility of the UK – said the Dutch Ministry of Defence. – After that Russian planes headed for the north.”

The last time the Dutch Air Force scrambled to accompany Russian bombers on 23 April.

“One of the tasks of the Royal Air Force – to adequately respond to violations of the Dutch airspace, – emphasized in the department. – For this purpose, two F-16 fighters, members of the Quick Reaction Force, is always ready to take off to ensure air safety.”

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