29 July - 5 Aug: NATO Air Policing rotations ensure sustained vigilance

In this episode, we cover NATO’s ongoing air policing efforts across Europe as multiple nations rotate responsibilities in the Baltic and Black Sea regions. Germany takes over from Italy at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania, deploying Eurofighter Typhoons to support NATO’s southeastern flank. In Estonia, Italy assumes Baltic Air Policing duties from Portugal, whose detachment completed a robust deployment with over 400 flight hours and participation in numerous multinational exercises.

Meanwhile, Hungary and Spain have deployed to Šiauliai Air Base, Lithuania, replacing the Romanian and Polish detachments. These rotations bring Hungarian Gripens and Spanish Eurofighter Typhoons to the front lines of NATO’s Baltic mission. Spain also expands its commitment with EF/A-18M Hornets in Iceland. The outgoing Polish and Romanian units are recognized for their joint training achievements and community engagement, exemplifying the strength of NATO interoperability.

This episode highlights the Alliance’s seamless coordination, sustained vigilance, and enduring unity across its eastern airspace.

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