General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin) F-16 Fighting Falcon

17 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

The aircraft is on display at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum (New York City skyline in background). An SR-71 Blackbird is visible behind it.

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General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin) F-16 Fighting Falcon

General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin) F-16 Fighting Falcon (likely F-16D, 2-seat)

General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin) F-16C Fighting Falcon

Aircraft

F-16 Fighting Falcon F-16C

USAF gray tactical

AF 403 (tail code visible)

Registration

Airline

United States Air Force (military, not airline)

Manufacturer

General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin)

Insights

Aviation History

The F-16 is one of the most widely produced and flown jet fighters, notable for its agility and multirole capability. First flew in 1974, serving with more than 25 air forces.

Fleet Rarity

Not rare; over 4,500 built, but this particular airframe may be museum-preserved.

Record Flights

Has flown record-breaking numbers of sorties in multiple air campaigns and serves on all continents except Antarctica.

Safety & Events

Has seen numerous combat sorties from Operation Desert Storm to present. Used by USAF Demonstration Teams (Thunderbirds).

Future Outlook

This example is a preserved museum/static display. The F-16 remains in active frontline service worldwide.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F100 or General Electric F110 (exact engine not visible, both common for F-16C)

Engine

9.96 m

Wingspan

15.06 m

Length

4,220 km (ferry); combat radius varies by mission

Range

850 km/h (Mach 0.8); max Mach 2+

Speed

Single seat (fighter/interceptor role)

Capacity

19,187 kg

MTOW

4.88 m

Height

F100-PW-229: approx 129 kN with afterburner; F110-GE-129: approx 131 kN with afterburner

Thrust

Military aircraft—no civil noise rating (approx 130+ dB near engine at takeoff)

Noise

Actual weapon fit and minor block details not visible but not critical for basic type ID.