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Romania’s F-16s take over air defense duties from MiG-21s

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Romania’s F-16s from 53 Squadron have started defending the country’s air space from Mar. 14. Previously, this role was carried out by the MiG-21.

A Romanian air force F-16 Fighting Falcon, fly’s over head during an air show at Campia Turzii, Romania, July 29, 2017. The air show featured Florida and Louisiana Air National Guard F-15 Eagles, Romanian Mig-21 jet aircraft, IAR 330 helicopters, F-16 Fighting Falcons, tanks, and Humvee’s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Snyder)

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