General Dynamics / Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon

27 May 2026 · © Raid_nations02

A tight diamond formation of USAF Thunderbirds F-16s streaks overhead in a display of precision flying and signature red, white, and blue livery.

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Katl_spotter13 · 27 May 2026

Nice catch! ✈️

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Aircraft

F-16 Fighting Falcon F16

USAF Thunderbirds display team livery

Airline

US Air Force Thunderbirds

Manufacturer

General Dynamics / Lockheed Martin

Gear

Canon EOS Rebel T7i EF-S55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Livery Legend, Military Maverick

4 badges earned

Photo grade

Silver

Score: 82.0

Great symmetry and dynamic view of the four jets; a bit more sharpness and light would push this to top tier.

Location

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Lakeland Linder International Airport · LAL/KLAL

27.9888, -82.0131

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Lakeland Linder International Airport LAL

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Aviation History

The F-16 is one of the most prolific multi-role fighter aircraft ever built, and the USAF Thunderbirds are one of the world’s oldest and most famous military demonstration teams.

Fleet Rarity

The F-16 is a common military aircraft, but Thunderbirds-liveried aircraft are rare, typically limited to a team of less than 10 aircraft.

Record Flights

Used by the Thunderbirds for precision aerobatic displays at airshows across the USA and worldwide.

Safety & Events

Has participated in high-profile airshows, and been involved in both demonstration and combat operations; several ground incidents in Thunderbirds history, but F-16 is overall widely operated.

Future Outlook

F-16s are still in production for export customers, and the Thunderbirds continue active display operations.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F100 or General Electric F110 (F-16 variant dependent)

Engine

9.96 meters

Wingspan

15.06 meters

Length

4,220 km (ferry range)

Range

1,100 km/h (Mach 0.92), max speed Mach 2.0

Speed

Single pilot

Capacity

16,875 kg

MTOW

4.88 meters

Height

Approximately 106 kN (23,770 lbf) dry, 129 kN (29,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

Up to 140 dB (very loud, military aircraft; not covered by ICAO civil standards)

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