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The F-16’s modifications make it a potent fighting force

Originally born from lessons learned during Vietnam, the F-16 has become an even more valuable tool in the Air Force’s ...
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Top Aces F-16 Makes First Flight in Su-57 ‘Felon’-Inspired Livery

The new paint scheme of Top Aces’ F-16 mimics that of the Russian Su-57 “Felon” fighter jet. On Aug. 4, 2025, one of Top Aces’ former Israeli Air Force F-16A Netz aircraft was spotted flying for the ...
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The F-16 Fighting Falcon Is Old—but It’s Not Going Anywhere

In capable hands, an F-16 Fighting Falcon can take on fifth-generation stealth fighter jets like the F-35 Lightning II and even the F-22 Raptor. For decades, the F-16 Fighting Falcon has been the ...
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F-16 Fighting Falcon Top Speed: How Fast Is The Fighter Jet?

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is highly regarded because of its remarkable maneuverability, combat radius, and multi-role capabilities. With its cutting-edge technological features, air-to-air engagement ...
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How the F-16 Fighting Falcon Forged America’s Victory in Operation Desert Storm

The F-16’s Desert Storm exploits—minimal losses (losing only three to enemy fire), and billions in damage inflicted on Saddam Hussein’s regime—cemented its status as a warfighting icon. The roar of ...
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New Photos Show USAF F-16 Equipped with Six Rocket Pods for APKWS II

The U.S. Air Force’s 20th Fighter Wing (FW) at Shaw AFB, South Carolina, has released images of one of its F-16C/D Fighting Falcons loaded with six seven-round LAU-131 A/A rocket pods on Triple ...