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

25 May 2026 · © JA

A USAF F-16D Fighting Falcon on static display, likely at an airshow or open house event, with visitors up close to the jet.

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Aircraft

F-16 Fighting Falcon (likely F-16D, 2-seat) F16

Standard USAF gray camouflage

AF 87-0762

Registration

Airline

N/A (military)

Manufacturer

General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin)

Gear

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max back triple camera 6.86mm f/1.78

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Golden Hour Glory, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 73.0

Foreground crowd and harsh midday sun limit the F-16’s impact, but the registration is clear and the aircraft is well-captured.

Location

Columbus Air Force Base

CBM/KCBM

33.6438, -88.4438

Open map

Columbus Air Force Base CBM

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The F-16 is one of the world\'s most successful and numerous multi-role fighter jets, entering service in the 1970s and still widely used.

Fleet Rarity

The F-16 is extremely common globally, but US two-seat F-16D variants (such as this) are less numerous than single-seaters.

Record Flights

No specific record flights known for 87-0762; F-16s have been used in a wide range of operational deployments and exercises.

Safety & Events

No notable or publicized incidents specific to this airframe. The F-16 family has a robust operational history with some combat losses.

Future Outlook

Likely to remain in service for years; many F-16s are being upgraded and operated into the 2030s.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F100 or General Electric F110 (specific block/variant unknown)

Engine

9.96 m

Wingspan

15.06 m

Length

4,220 km (ferry range with drop tanks)

Range

917 km/h (Mach 0.8)

Speed

2 (pilot and instructor/weapons system officer)

Capacity

19,187 kg

MTOW

4.88 m

Height

~129 kN (with afterburner, F100-PW-229)

Thrust

Not rated by ICAO civil standards; military aircraft—typically exceeds 130 dB at close range

Noise