GENERAL DYNAMICS F-16AM FIGHTING FALCON #aviation #riat2024 #f16...

GENERAL DYNAMICS F-16AM FIGHTING FALCON #aviation #riat2024 #f16 #danishairforce #farnboroughairshow The General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon is currently the most numerous combat aircraft in NATO. Originally developed for the USAF as a day fighter, the F-16 has evolved into a highly capable multi-role combat aircraft that despite flying for the first time in 1974 is still in production. Over 4,500 F-16s have been produced over the past 49 years and 3,000 of them are still in service with 25 na

With more than 3,100 aircraft in 29 countries, the F-16 delivers proven performance, mission-ready reliability and enduring partnerships that strengthen global security. 🌍✈️ Trusted worldwide, the F-16 remains a cornerstone of air dominance. | Lockheed Martin

General Dynamics F-16A Fighting Falcon Air Force Thunderbirds The F-16 on display (S/N 81-0663) was one of the first F-16s to be received by the Thunderbirds in 1982 when they transitioned from T-38s to F-16s. The Thunderbirds continued to fly this aircraft until 1992 when they converted to F-16Cs. It was then modified to operational condition and assigned to the Air Education and Training Command to train pilots at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. In 1996 the Thunderbirds repainted it in Thunderbird