Putin's payback: Bulgarian MiG-29s can stay operational only till 2023 | Details

The Bulgarian fleet of MiG-29 & MiG-29UB jets can remain operational until mid-2023. The fleet had been maintained by the Russian plane-maker, which ensured spares & support. Critical fighter upkeep support gone, NATO member Bulgaria joined anti-Russia chorus. Sofia staring at impending lack of capability to be part of NATO air policing missions.