This is the first such case. Polish woman at the controls of the F-16

« Great congratulations! » -wrote Minister Kosiniak-Kamysz, emphasizing pride and recognition for the achievement of an officer. But this is not the end-another woman is undergoing training on the F-16 in 31. Base in Krzesiny.

« Important news for our Air Forces and the entire Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland-the first woman became a pilot of the F-16 aircraft! The officer serves in the 32nd Tactical Aviation Base in Łask. She took the training in the USA and can already pilot our fighters. Congratulations! Another pilot is conducting training in the 31st Base in Krzesiny. We are proud of you! » – the head of the Ministry of Defense wrote at X.

What a message. Polish woman at the controls of the F-16

This event will not only sign up on the pages of the history of Polish military aviation, but can also become an inspiration for subsequent generations of women thinking about serving in the army. Piloting F-16 requires not only huge skills and knowledge, but also intensive training.

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a fourth generation multi-purpose fighters, recognized as one of the most versatile combat aircraft in the world. Designed in the United States, they are used by the air force of many countries, including Poland.