Dutch airprox flags “weak” see-and-avoid after F-16 encounter; Belgium tests F-16-launched 70mm FZ275 drone-intercept capability

A Dutch investigation found “weak” see-and-avoid rules contributed to a high-speed close encounter involving an F-16 formation and a light trainer near Lelystad. Separately, Belgium’s Defense Ministry says its Air Force tested F-16s firing 70mm FZ275 missiles to intercept drones.

Discovered 2026-05-01T12:23:32.715838-07:00 | 2026-05-01T12:23:32.715838-07:00

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