Czechia may supply up to 16 Skyfox aircraft to Ukraine

12.11.2026 07:03 HotInfo

Czechia could supply Ukraine with a total of 16 L-39 Skyfox training jets. This was announced on Wednesday by Minister of Industry and Trade Karel Havlíček during a two-day business mission to Kyiv. Four aircraft had already been confirmed earlier, and the current discussion concerns an expansion of the delivery. zpravy.aktualne.cz ↗

Havlíček discussed the possible delivery with Ukrainian Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky. According to available information, Ukraine is interested in the Czech aircraft, among other things, in connection with its defense against the Russian invasion and drone attacks. Details about the delivery timeline and specific terms of the agreement have not yet been disclosed. ekonomickydenik.cz ↗

During the visit, the minister also addressed broader economic cooperation between Czechia and Ukraine. The program included talks with Ukrainian officials, a business forum, and a visit to a nuclear power plant. Havlíček arrived in Ukraine at a time when the country continues to defend itself against Russian aggression and seeks further ways to strengthen its capabilities. lidovky.cz ↗

A potential delivery of all 16 aircraft would represent a significant expansion of the current Czech offer. Further negotiations between the Czech and Ukrainian sides are to determine the final number of aircraft, the method of financing, and the delivery schedule.