Spotter Magazine Spotter Magazine Issue 2 July 2016 | Page 38

SPOTTER MAGAZINE Slovak Air Force One of the smallest air arms in NATO, the Slovak Air Force represents an interesting mix of types. The Slovak Air Force was formed in 1993 with the split of the Czech Republic and Slovakia. It operates out of three airbases - Malacky (transports), Sliac (flights) and Presov (helicopters). All photos by Mark Zerafa unless otherwise credited. Despite having a relatively small fleet of 9 MiG-29s, the Slovak Air Force is a regular participant in airshows, with its fighters having different camouflage schemes. Plans to replace the MiG-29s have been postponed for budgetary reasons. Photos Joe Pries – joepriesaviation.net