An important step was taken between the USA and Turkey towards the purchase of new generation F-16 Block 70 warplanes and the modernization of the existing fleet.
“ACCEPTANCE LETTER HAS BEEN SIGNED”
In the statement made by US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller, it was said: “Turkey signed the offer and acceptance letter to purchase F-16 warplanes.”
“AN IMPORTANT STEP FORWARD HAS BEEN TAKEN”
US Ambassador Jeffry Flake announced that a major step forward has been taken in the sale of new F-16s to Turkey. In his statement on his social media account, Flake said, “An important step forward was taken today in Turkey’s purchase of the latest generation F-16 Block 70 fighter jets and modernization of its existing F-16 fleet. “This is a good step for the national security of the United States, the national security of Turkey and the interoperability of NATO,” he said.
Regarding the F-16 warplanes that Turkey agreed to purchase in January, the Department of Political and Military Affairs under the US Department of State said: “The US has agreed that Turkey will purchase the most advanced new F-16 fighter jets ever produced, which are supplied only to the closest allies and partners.” “We are proud to announce today that we have taken a significant step forward in purchasing 16 Block 70 fighter jets. This is just one of the latest examples of the United States’ unwavering commitment to its security partnership with Turkey.” made his assessment.