Dutch F-35As, French Rafales and Swedish Gripens join Finland’s dispersal drill

The Finnish Air Force is conducting a dispersal drill involving twenty F/A-18 Hornet fighters spread across multiple locations. Specifically, sixteen F/A-18 Hornets will be deployed to military air bases, while four are scheduled for civilian airports. Additionally, the exercise includes utilizing a location with a highway strip protected by a fence. The Dutch Air Force contributed five F-35As, French Rafales provided six aircraft and Swedish Gripens supplied five aircraft to this training event. This combined effort aims to test operational procedures and enhance readiness within Finland’s defense strategy.