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The first Greek F-16 to be upgraded to the Viper version at the ODA made its maiden flight a complete success, according to Defense Minister Nikos Panayotopoulos.
In a publication, the Defense Minister stated that the updating of the Air Force fleet continues.
Accompanying the post with a photo of an upgraded F-16 from the Tanagra runway, the minister said: “The first Greek F-16 upgraded to Viper version at ODA made its maiden flight today, with total success.” At the end of the month it will be at the Lockheed Martin facility. The upgrade of the PA fleet continues at an intense pace. “
The first greek # F 16 updated to version #Snake in # ΕΑΒ He made his first flight today, with total success. At the end of the month it will be at your facilities #Lockheed MartinThe upgrade of the PA fleet continues at an intensive pace. pic.twitter.com/JuadOa03JV
– N Panagiotopoulos (@npanagioto) January 17, 2021
Via Twitter, GEETHA chief Gen. Konstantinos Floros noted: “The first F-16 Viper in the Greek skies! Hellenic Air Force even more!”
First # F 16 #Snake in the Greek skies !!
The Hellenic Air Force even higher! The heavens are ours !!! “Aen Ypsikratin” @npanagioto @hndgspio https://t.co/DEKptZgieh– GEN Konstantinos Floros (@ChiefHNDGS) January 17, 2021
In a related announcement, ODA stated: “As part of the first phase of the Air Force F-16 Viper version aircraft upgrade program conducted by Hellenic Aviation Industry and Lockheed Martin, the aircraft’s first test flight took place today. now improved. During the test flight, the aircraft’s improved systems were verified with absolute success, giving the impetus for the smooth continuation of work and the remainder to be upgraded from the Air Force aircraft. It is noted that these works improvements were carried out within the planned schedule, without any deviation ”.
“In the difficult conditions due to the long period of the COVID-19 pandemic, the productive activity of ADA remained active, committed to the goal of meeting the schedules that was achieved with absolute consistency. Regarding the factors behind this success, congratulations to the staff and all participants, highlighting the excellent cooperation between Lockheed Martin, ODA and the Air Force, ”the announcement concludes.
It is recalled that the entire contract signed by F-16 update amounts to around $ 1.1 billion. The stated goal of ODA and Lockheed Martin is for the program to be completed by the end of 2027.
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