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Finland’s first F-35s presented at arrival ceremony in Rovaniemi

Air Force 1.10.2026

The Finnish Air Force presented its first F-35A Lightning II fighter jets to arrive in Finland to invited guests and media at the Lapland Air Wing in Rovaniemi on 1 October 2026.

Finland’s first F-35 fighters have arrived in Finland

Air Force 18.9.2026

The introduction of Finland’s F-35 fleet has concretely started, as Finland’s first two F-35A Lightning II fighter jets arrived at Lapland Air Wing on 18 September.

Ramstein Flag 26 strengthened Nordic Air Power as part of NATO

Air Force 18.6.2026

Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark acted as joint hosts for the northern part of NATO’s Ramstein Flag 26 exercise.

Introducing the Commander of the Finnish Air Force

Air Force 13.12.2024

On 1 December 2024 Brigadier General Timo Herranen assumed the role of Commander of the Finnish Air Force. In this interview, the new commander shares his views on key topics related to the Air Force, such as NATO and international cooperation, the progress of the F-35 program, and the importance of personnel and the reserve for the Finnish Air Force. Additionally, he provides insights into his career background and expectations for his term as Commander.