On December 9, Poland’s General Staff announced ongoing talks with Ukraine about transferring its retired MIG‑29 jets, while no final decision has yet been made.
Will Ukraine Receive Polish MIG‑29s?
The Polish General Staff confirmed on December 9 that negotiations are underway with Ukraine regarding the handover of its MIG‑29 fighter jets, which are approaching the end of their operational life and are not planned for further modernization in the Polish Armed Forces. The staff also noted that a final decision has not yet been made.
What Poland Would Receive in Return?
The military highlighted that any transfer would be part of allied support for Ukraine and help secure NATO’s eastern flank. Tasks currently performed by MIG‑29s would shift to F‑16s and FA‑50s, while Ukraine would provide Poland with selected drone and missile technologies. The aim is hardware compensation as well as joint development of new defence and industrial capabilities.
How Many MIG‑29s Have Reached Ukraine?
A notable quantity of MIG‑29 fighter jets have already been transferred to Ukraine, though the exact number is not specified.
