Turkey’s intention to buy a sophisticated Russian air defense system is “not compatible” with its purchasing 100 F-35 Strike Lightning II or manufacturing components for the fifth-generation fighter, the general nominated to be the top American officer in Europe testified Tuesday. Gen. Tod Wolters, now serving as the senior Air Force officer in Europe, told the Senate Armed Services Committee that he backed steps taken to end Turkish pilot training on the F-35 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., and to hold up or cancel the sale of the fighters to Ankara. Turkey having a Russian air defense system and … Continue reading EUCOM Nominee: Turkey’s Purchase of Russian Air Defense System ‘Not Compatible’ With F-35 Buy