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

26 Apr 2026 · © AviatorShots81

Danish Air Force F-16AM Fighting Falcon in spectacular 'Half Century' tiger livery, captured with afterburner at full force during an airshow climb.

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General Dynamics/Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon

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

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

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

Aircraft

F-16 Fighting Falcon F-16AM

Special: \'Half Century\' commemorative tiger livery

E-006

Registration

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin (originally General Dynamics)

Gear

Sony A7M4 FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Livery Legend, Military Maverick

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Location

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport

RKE/EKRK

55.5856, 12.1314

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Copenhagen Roskilde Airport RKE

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The F-16 \'Fighting Falcon\' is one of the most widely produced and used fourth-generation fighter jets, known for agility and versatility. This frame features a special livery commemorating the 50th anniversary of the unit/tiger squadron.

Fleet Rarity

Not rare globally (thousands built), but special squadron/tiger meet livery makes this frame much rarer; possibly unique in this paint scheme.

Record Flights

Part of many notable NATO exercises and air policing missions; F-16s have been on long-range ferry missions with aerial refueling.

Safety & Events

F-16s in various air forces have had notable mechanical incidents and successful emergency landings; renowned in aviation heritage for its aerobatic displays and combat performance.

Future Outlook

Many F-16s are being upgraded or replaced by F-35s in Europe; special scheme airframes are often preserved or displayed in museums after retirement.

Specifications

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

Engine

9.96 meters

Wingspan

15.06 meters

Length

4,220 kilometers (ferry range)

Range

917 km/h (Mach 0.8); Maximum speed Mach 2 (2,414 km/h)

Speed

1 pilot (single seat)

Capacity

16,875 kilograms

MTOW

4.88 meters

Height

Around 106 kN with afterburner (F100-PW-200 variant)

Thrust

Military fighters are not rated per ICAO commercial noise standards; estimated around 125 dB at close range

Noise