AGEA Demosthenes Grigoriadis went to the Pentagon, where he met with US Air Force Chief David Alvin
A series of important contacts and visits were made in the US by the Chief of the General Staff, Vice -Commander -in -Chief Demosthenes Grigoriadis with the aim of strengthening the Greek -American defense cooperation.
Mr. Grigoriadis went to the Pentagon, where he met with US Air Force Chief of Staff, General, General David Alvin which discussed issues of mutual interest, emphasizing the deepening of bilateral defense cooperation, mainly in the areas of business capabilities and education.
The US leader’s assistance was reportedly requested for approval of the US projectile release (This is the powerful air-to-air rocket Amraam 120d) that the Hellenic Air Force has requested in order to incorporate it into the F-35s it will receive. The US has already released the AGM-158 Jassm of 1,000 km.
Mr Grigoriadis seized the opportunity and referred to the Turkish aggression that Greece faces with Casus Belli, emphasizing the power of deterrence that Greece needs.
“Greece is not an offensive country. It is a pillar of security and stability in the area. We work with the Allied countries, but also with the area of ​​our region. However, we need strong aviation because the threat of war remains ” It was the message sent by Chief OHA to his American bond.
The OHIM leader also said that in the last two years the tranquility of the sea and the Aegean air with Turkey has given the Greek Air Force available time to participate in more missions and exercises abroad.
General Alvin expressed his assessment of the help of the Greek side to the Larissa Air Base, emphasizing the importance of this cooperation to safeguard regional security. It was also intended to further expand the cooperation, through the provision of education by the American side to Greek Air Force officials, as well as the strengthening of technical and operational support.
According to the US leader, the organization of Greece from Greece Air International Exercises has been successful so far.
The next stop was the facilities of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, in Fort Worth, Texas, where the Chief of General Staff was informed in detail about the course of the F-35 program and toured the production lines of the fighter aircraft.
According to planning so far In the second half of 2028 the first 5th generation F-35 fighter aircraft They will be received by the Air Force in their most modern version. This means that technical problems have been corrected in the past.
The first Greek aircraft F35 are expected to enter the production line At the beginning of 2027, while assembly takes at least 18 months.
Particular emphasis was placed on the presentation of the overall support framework for the program, with an emphasis on training systems and the preparation of the executives involved.
When the construction of the aircraft is completed, the volatile tests will begin and immediately after the training of Greek pilots with simulators.
The training of Greek pilots will initially be on the basis of Fort Smith EBBing Air Force Base, while soil technicians will be trained at Florida at the Eglin base. Flying and techniques training will continue in Fort Smith.
Overall will travel to the US for training on the state -of -the -art aircraft Shipment of 70 people flying and technical staff of OHIM. Shipment will go to the US in 2027.
He also received extensive information on training processes related to both the flyers and the technical staff to support the operation and maintenance of the F-35, with the aim of ensuring a high level of operational availability.
They are currently trained in the above -mentioned Polish and Finnish Flying and Technicians.
On the sidelines of his visit, Mr. Grigoriadis also met with representatives of the competent US authorities, the administration of the F-35 program and the Lockheed Martin.
The Vice -Commander Grigoriadis then went to Air National Guard’s 188th Wing in Fort Smith, Arkanos, where he was informed in detail about the unit’s mission and activities.
It is noted that in Fort Smith Is Education planned of Greek executives in F-35. He then had meetings with high -ranking officials of the competent Air Education Administration, as well as with the administration of the Unit and the Moros, from which he received information on training programs.
Source: Skai
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