General Dynamics / Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon

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A General Dynamics/Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon pulls high-G maneuver with afterburner during a cloudy day airshow.

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Aircraft

F-16 Fighting Falcon F-16

Possibly display/special markings, but indistinct

Manufacturer

General Dynamics / Lockheed Martin

Gear

Canon PowerShot SX530 HS 4.3-215.0 mm

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Score: 60.0

Afterburners pop, but the image is quite soft and distant with lots of empty sky; closer framing would boost impact.

Insights

Aviation History

Iconic and widely used fourth-generation multirole fighter, operated by over 25 nations since 1978.

Fleet Rarity

Over 4,500 built; not rare globally but unique markings or display aircraft may be rarer.

Record Flights

Participated in numerous air combat operations, renowned for performance in exercises and airshows.

Safety & Events

Involved in many actual combat scenarios, airshow appearances, and several incidents over decades of service.

Future Outlook

Still serving, with upgrades planned in multiple air forces worldwide.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F100 or General Electric F110 (not clearly visible which variant)

Engine

9.96 meters

Wingspan

15.06 meters

Length

Up to 4,220 kilometers (ferry range with drop tanks)

Range

917 km/h (Mach 0.8, supercruise capable in some blocks)

Speed

Single pilot (configurable for two seats in some versions)

Capacity

19,187 kilograms

MTOW

5.09 meters

Height

Approximately 106 kN (23,770 lbf) with afterburner (varies by engine variant)

Thrust

120 dB (at engine/ICAO Chapter 2 for military)

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