General Dynamics (Lockheed Martin) F-16 Fighting Falcon

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Preserved USAF/NY Air National Guard F-16 Fighting Falcon on display, with the New York City skyline in the background.

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Aircraft

F-16 Fighting Falcon F16

United States Air Force / NY ANG (Air National Guard)

Manufacturer

General Dynamics (Lockheed Martin)

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Skyline Symphony, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 73.0

You captured the F-16 nicely, but gray skies and foreground clutter soften the scene's impact.

Insights

Aviation History

The F-16 is one of the most successful and widely produced 4th generation multi-role jet fighters, renowned for its agility and long service life in numerous air forces.

Fleet Rarity

Over 4,500 built; not rare globally but retired/retiring in some air arms – preserved airframes becoming more common in museums.

Record Flights

Various F-16 derivatives set time-to-climb and endurance records; the type has seen extensive deployment in military operations worldwide.

Safety & Events

F-16s have been involved in many military conflicts and airshows, with some frames achieving high sortie counts.

Future Outlook

This airframe is preserved on museum display, likely retired from operational flying.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F100 or General Electric F110

Engine

9.96 meters

Wingspan

15.06 meters

Length

4,220 kilometers (ferry range with external tanks)

Range

850 km/h (Mach 1.05)

Speed

1 pilot

Capacity

19,187 kilograms

MTOW

4.88 meters

Height

Up to 131 kN (29,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

Approx 140 dB (military, not ICAO civilian certified)

Noise