The potential of the F-16 in Ukraine is used by only 15 percent — Weapons

According to the expert, F-16s are able to destroy cruise missiles more effectively than anti-aircraft missile complexes.

The use of F-16 fighters requires a serious review of the strategy of the Air Force of Ukraine, because currently F-16s are used at 10-15% of their potential.

Aviation expert and analyst Kostyantyn Kryvolap stated this while commenting on the air of “Kyiv24” about the prospects of using these planes in the fight against the Russian Federation.

In particular, the expert drew attention to the AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles installed on the ends of the wings of the fighters.

“These are short-range air combat missiles with a range of 20-40 km. They are probably already 40-50 years old in their first modification, but they are constantly being modernized. Now it is an effective, working, reliable rocket. Shot and forgot. And it doesn't matter whether it will be a Shahed or a cruise missile,” Kryvolap explained.

According to the expert, F-16 is capable of destroying winged…