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Lockheed Martin has confirmed that the Government of Peru has acquired the first 12 new aircraft F-16 Block 70.
This strategic step seeks to modernize the nation's combat fleet and strengthen its national defense capabilities., leaving the Peru with one of the most advanced air forces in the region.
The F-16 will provide the Peru a proven multipurpose fighter, highly capable and interoperable. This platform is designed to improve air sovereignty, support regional security and ensure long-term operational readiness. The Block 70 represents the most recent and advanced version of the F-16, standing out for having the longest useful life, lowest life cycle cost and strongest global support base among fighters in current production.
Confirmed: the F-16 will fly in Peru
After several weeks of speculation, media noise, statements and communications from all parties involved, which even led to a diplomatic meeting between the Ambassador of USA at Peru with the government itself, The chapter closes and Air Force Peru will take a huge step in modernizing its fleet of combat fighter aircraft.
The aircraft integrates cutting-edge technology, including advanced radar and weapons systems that provide pilots with greater situational awareness and protection to safely accomplish their missions.
«Peru's choice of the F-16 underscores the aircraft's unrivaled operational performance and combat record., as well as its ability to satisfy the most demanding defense requirements», said Mike Shoemaker, Vice President of the Integrated Fighter Group and Lockheed Martin. «We are proud that the most advanced F-16 ever produced helps protect the national sovereignty of Peru, while strengthening the enduring partnership between our nations.".
This acquisition represents a milestone in the transformation of the company's fleet. Air Force from Peru (FAP), reinforcing the strategic alliance with the United States and opening doors to opportunities for industrial collaboration. With this decision, the Peru joins others 29 nations that operate a global fleet of more than 2,800 units of F-16. The aircraft destined for the country will be manufactured at the Lockheed Martin facilities in Greenville, South Carolina.
Millionaire budget
The modernization of the fighter fleet is one of the most ambitious public investment projects in the recent history of the Peruvian defense sector.. According to the multi-year investment plans and reports of the Ministry of Defense (MINDEF), The financial details of this operation are broken down as follows:
The comprehensive program for the renewal of fighter aircraft is valued at approximately 3,500 millions of dollars. the first stretch, that contemplates these 12 initial units, has an assigned budget close to 2,000 millions of dollars. Resources from the Fund for the Armed Forces and National Police will be used, in addition to external credit operations endorsed by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF). It has been structured as a progressive payment that will extend over the next few years. 10 a 15 years.
The Block election 70 was based on its economic efficiency. The F-16's cost per flight hour is significantly lower than its twin-engine competitors., which will allow the FAP to maintain a high rate of operation without exceeding the annual maintenance budget.
On the other hand, The contract includes technology transfer agreements and training for FAP technical staff in the Maintenance Service (CEMENT), which will generate an economic return value through the development of local capabilities to sustain the fleet.
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