U.S. Fighter Jets in Greenland
U.S. fighter aircraft received support from Denmark during their visit to Greenland this week.
October 14, 2025 - 09:34
The U.S. detachment at Pituffik Space Base landed alongside the Danish Challenger and C-130. Photo: U.S. Air Force
By Defence Command Denmark
Two U.S. F-16s, two F-35s and two aerial refuelling aircraft operated in Greenland this week with support from the Danish Armed Forces’ CL-604 Challenger and C-130 Hercules.
The purpose of the visit was to demonstrate U.S. presence in the region and to train mutual support and seamless cooperation in the Arctic. During the visit, U.S. and Danish personnel exchanged experience on operating in Greenland’s unique environment. The visit took place at Pituffik Space Base.
Denmark and the United States share a long-standing and close partnership in the Arctic, including through NATO.
U.S. fighter jets along the Greenlandic coast. Photo: U.S. Air Force