what I wish I knew before hearing about another tragic loss in Ukraine's Skies Alexi Mays nicknamed MoonFish tragically died in an F-16 crash this Monday just weeks after these crucial Jets arrived in Ukraine Ukrainian authorities have ruled out pilot error but a thorough investigation involving International experts is underway MoonFish is loss is a severe blow as he was among the few train to operate the new f16s his passing follows the earlier tragic death of another pilot Andre pilo known as juice who died last August both MoonFish and Juice were not just Pilots they were passionate advocates for securing these fighter jets from Western allies they believed f-16s were essential for Ukraine's defense and campaigned tirelessly for their arrival MoonFish known for his quiet determination and deep knowledge of the aircraft felt a profound responsibility to see their shared Vision realized despite the shortened training due to ongoing conflict he pressed on embodying the resilience of Ukraine's Air Force