The Czech Republic will send its Gripen fighter to Iceland in May of this year as part of the Icelandic air policing mission.
The announcement was made by the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces of the Czech Republic. The fighter will protect Iceland’s airspace for two months under NATO’s command.
NATO members have agreed to the periodic presence of fighters at Keflavik. This happens because Iceland does not have its own air force, so its airspace is regularly protected by NATO allies.
The Icelandic air policing mission involves the deployment of fighters from Alliance countries, typically for one to two months, three times a year. This is the fourth time the Czech Republic has sent fighter aircraft to Iceland.
The Czech Republic will not only ensure the safety of the airspace but also contribute to the security of the North Atlantic and support the training of Icelandic personnel and the readiness of local infrastructure.
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