Portugal starts first NATO Air Policing mission rotation in Estonia
Four Portuguese jets will be stationed at Ämari Air Base as they undertake their first stint in Estonia for NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission.
The Portuguese Air Force takes over from the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) F-35 detachment and will be based here for four months.
The Portuguese will deploy with around 90 military personnel and four F-16M fighter aircraft.
This is the country's first deployment to Estonia following several rotations in Lithuania.
Speaking about their presence, Lt. Gen. Sérgio Pereira said: "When we are present, we do so in a distinctive, professional, and credible manner, as only those who bear the national flag know how to do."
Portuguese forces will be responsible for securing the airspace over the Baltic region.
Air Force F-16 take over #NATO's enhanced Air Policing mission from the Air Force F-35 detachment
— NATO Air Command (@NATO_AIRCOM) March 31, 2025
This is Portugal's first deployment to following several Air Policing rotations in
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