Ukrainian F-16s reportedly flying gun-only A2A sorties amid missile shortages

A Ukrainian Air Force commander says F-16s are sometimes forced to conduct daytime air-defense sorties using only the internal M61 cannon due to shortages and rationing of AIM-9/AIM-120 stocks. The article also notes APKWS II 70mm laser-guided rockets as an additional, lower-cost air-to-air option for drones/cruise missiles, indicating adaptation of loadouts and engagement tactics under munition scarcity.