Belgium originally planned to deliver the first batch of F-16 to Ukraine before the end of 2024. However, as the defence minister Ludivine Dedinder said, this deadline will not be met due to the deficiency of adequate trained Ukrainian pilots and spare parts shortage. Additionally, delays in the transportation of fresh American F-35 fighters, which were to replace the ageing F-16s, affected the anticipation of passing on the second Ukraine. The first F-35 was to be delivered in 2023, but the deadline was postponed to 2024. **In July 2024, Belgium received 4 F-35**, which stay in the US for pilot training. Prime Minister Alexander De Croo predicts that the aircraft will not scope Belgium until 2025.
