Ukrainian military training on Patriot SAMs to begin "very soon" and last "several months"

This was reported by a senior Pentagon official, according to CNN.

“The US has trained approximately 3,100 Ukrainian troops to date on different systems, with training on the newly announced Patriot missile systems set to begin “very soon,” a senior defense official said.

CNN notes that it is not yet known when the training will begin, but it is obvious that it will last "several months".

According to the Pentagon, the Patriot system costs vary between USD 450 and 550 million depending on the configuration of the platform. Each missile costs approximately USD 4 million.

“The US will also soon start an expanded training program for Ukrainian forces, including joint maneuver and combined arms training. This program will train approximately 500 soldiers per month on larger combat operations,” CNN cites the official.

• On December 21, the US announced the decision to transfer Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. The Patriot air defense system is capable of shooting down cruise missiles, short-range ballistic missiles and aircraft at a much higher altitude than the air defense systems previously provided to Ukraine.
• The Ukrainian Air Force says that the Armed Forces will be able to master Patriot systems in a few months.