France to deliver up to 20 modernized Mirage jets to Ukraine, media says

The planes are currently in industrial production to make them more versatile.

“According to our various sources, 12 to 20 Mirage 2000-5F fighters will be delivered by France to Ukraine next year. The Minister of the Armed Forces has scheduled the first quarter, i.e. between January 1 and March 30, 2025,” the article adds.

Mirage 2000-5F will be transformed from fighters specializing in patrolling the skies into multi-role aircraft for the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The fighters will also be repainted in Ukrainian colors.

Another major change will be the ability to carry and fire the SCALP-EG cruise missile, which is already in service with the Ukrainian forces.

Mirage 2000-5F

The Mirage 2000-5F is a French multi-role fighter aircraft that is an improved version of the Mirage 2000. This aircraft was developed by Dassault Aviation and is designed to perform a variety of combat missions, including interception, ground attack, and air-to-air combat. The Mirage 2000-5F is equipped with advanced radar systems to effectively detect and destroy air targets at long distances.

An important feature of the Mirage 2000-5F is its maneuverability and speed, which makes it one of the most efficient fighters in its class. The aircraft also has improved weapon systems, including air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles to operate in a variety of combat conditions.

Read more about the Mirage 2000-5F in RBC-Ukraine's article.