On 7 November 2024, the Finnish Air Force flew F/A-18 Hornet fighters alongside Swedish JAS 39 Gripen jets and a United States strategic B-52H Stratofortress bomber in a joint training exercise over Finnish airspace. The mission highlights close air cooperation among Finland, Sweden, and the US, reflecting strengthened military ties and interoperability in the Nordic region. The Finnish Air Force publicly shared multiple images showing the bomber escorted by the fighter aircraft flying in formation during the training mission. This event underscores ongoing defense preparations among NATO partners and aspirants in response to regional security challenges.

On 7 November 2024, the Finnish Air Force flew F/A-18 Hornet fighters alongside Swedish JAS 39 Gripen jets and a United States strategic B-52H Stratofortress bomber in a joint training exercise over Finnish airspace. The mission highlights close air cooperation among Finland, Sweden, and the US, reflecting strengthened military ties and interoperability in the Nordic region. The Finnish Air Force publicly shared multiple images showing the bomber escorted by the fighter aircraft flying in formation during the training mission. This event underscores ongoing defense preparations among NATO partners and aspirants in response to regional security challenges.