The US approves a $1.86B emergency weapons package for UAE F-16s.Includes up to 400 AMRAAMs, 1,500 SDBs, and 1200 JDAM kits. The package supports the UAE’s F-16E/F Block 60 “Desert Falcon” fleet.

Argentina is building its F‑16 capability with Top Aces training its new pilots. The programme combines classroom, simulator, and live flight instruction on Argentine aircraft, aiming to develop combat-ready pilots and future instructor pilots.

Greece is expanding its F-16 modernization: ~150 jets in service, ~40 already upgraded, and 38 more Block 50 aircraft set to receive the Viper upgrade. Full story on F-16.net.

A Republic of Korea Air Force F-16 crashed during a night training mission on Feb. 25. The pilot ejected safely and was rescued in stable condition. 🏷️ #rokaf #f16

A Turkish Air Force F-16 crashed shortly after takeoff from Balıkesir in the early hours of Feb. 25. The pilot was killed. The aircraft was assigned to the 9th Main Jet Base Command. An investigation is underway. 🏷️ #tuaf #f16 #balıkesir

Slovakia is in talks with the U.S. to acquire four more F‑16 Block 70 fighters, potentially increasing its fleet to 18 jets. This move would enhance Slovakia’s ability to independently patrol its airspace after relying on NATO allies for air policing.

Denmark's F-16 fleet flies into history after 46 yrs! The F-35 takes over amid Arctic ops. Epic legacy! Read more: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... 🏷️ #f16 #rdaf #denmark

RoCAF F-16V #6700 down off Hualien during night ops—pilot Capt. Hsin Po-yi (29) missing post-ejection in stormy weather. Mission computer failure suspected; all Taiwan Vipers grounded amid ongoing SAR. Thoughts with the 5th TFW family. #F16 #AviationNews

Turkish Air Force F-16s intercepted and shot down an out-of-control drone over the Black Sea after it approached Turkish airspace. The UAV was destroyed safely away from populated areas as a precaution. #tuaf

Lockheed Martin wraps up initial F-16 Block 70 production for Bulgaria & Slovakia. New-build Vipers w/ APG-83 AESA, CFTs, Auto-GCAS & 12k hr life—MiG-29s out, NATO standard in. First Euro fleets at this spec. #F16 #Block70 #Aviation

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds F-16C crashed near Trona, California during a training mission today. The pilot ejected safely and sustained only minor injuries. An investigation is ongoing. 🏷️ #Thunderbirds #F16 #USAF

The first refurbished ex-Danish F-16s are on their way to Argentina. Six jets left Skrydstrup AB today, beginning their delivery under the Peace Condor program. The aircraft will route via Zaragoza, Lajes, Brazil and arrive in Río Cuarto on 5 December, before a formal handover on 12 December.

The U.S. is extending support for Iraq’s F-16 program: Vectrus wins a $252M contract to keep the country’s 34 F-16s mission-ready through 2026. The jets remain Iraq’s main strike and air-defense capability. #iqaf

The U.S. is working overtime to speed up delayed F-16V deliveries to Taiwan.50 jets are already on the line, but supply-chain issues pushed timelines past 2026. Contractors now running two 20-hour shifts to catch up. #f16 #taiwan

Romania now officially owns 18 F-16s from the Netherlands 🇷🇴🇳🇱 The jets are part of the European F-16 Training Center at Fetești and will support both pilot training and operational missions. www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... #f16 #roaf #romania #rnlaf

Prince Christian of Denmark at the controls of F-16B Block 20 MLU with serial number ET-615, which is already painted in Argentina colors with serial #1004 and codes and flags covered with Danish stickers. More info on this F-16: f-16.net/aircraft-dat... #rdaf #faa #sabca

A historic day for the Belgian Air Force. The first 3 F-35A Lightning II fighters have arrived at Florennes Air Base — the first new generation of combat aircraft Belgium has received in almost 50 years. One aircraft was forced to remain behind in the Azores due to technical issues. #f35 #baf

The U.S. has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Peru for a fleet of F-16 Block 70 F-16s and associated systems. The proposed package, valued at an estimated $3.42 billion, represents a major step forward in the modernization of the Peruvian Air Force (FAP). 🏷️ #peru #fms #f16

🦾 Ukrainian interceptor drones successfully engaged Russian targets alongside F-16 fighter jets during the latest attack, Air Force spox says.

Belgium’s F-16s are now conducting Quick Reaction Alert missions from Keflavik Air Base, securing the critical GIUK gap. With the F-35 on the horizon, this deployment underscores their enduring role in NATO airspace protection. 🏷️ #F16 #NATO #AirPolicing #Belgium #AvGeek

A Polish Air Force pilot, Major Maciej “Slab” Krakowian, was killed when his F-16 crashed during a rehearsal for the Radom International Airshow. Article: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... Tribute: f-16.net/inmemoriam_t... We're heartbroken by the tragic loss. Our thoughts are with his loved ones.

Poland is set to modernize its #F16 fleet, keeping the jets combat-ready well into the 2030s. The upgrade program will boost avionics, extend service life, and ensure full interoperability with NATO allies. Details 👉 www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar...

A Royal Thai Air Force F-16 conducted airstrikes this week amid escalating clashes with Cambodian forces along the disputed border. It's the first confirmed combat use of Thai F-16s in recent years. Full story on F-16.net: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... 🏷️ #F16 #Thailand #Cambodia #RTAF

Sharing this as many US Viper drivers started out at the 50th...

Today in history: 8 Jul 1987 - Spangdahlem Air Base , Germany, activates with F-16C/D's, joining the F-4G Wild Weasels on defense suppression hunter/killer teams. This NATO air base with the United USAF as a tenant was constructed between 1951 and 1953. 🏷️ #aviationhistory #f16history #spangdahlem

Ukraine lost F-16 pilot Lt. Col. Ustymenko while heroically defending Ukraine during a large-scale Russian missile and drone strike. He shot down 7 threats before crashing, unable to eject. A tragic loss of a top pilot. 🇺🇦 News article: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... In memoriam: f-16.net/inmemoriam_t...

A South Korean Air Force KF-16D crashed during takeoff at Eielson AFB in Alaska around 16:00 on Tuesday. The jet, participating in a Red Flag exercise, encountered an emergency shortly after becoming airborne, prompting both pilots to eject. Read more: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... #rokaf #alaska

The PACAF F-16 Demo Team conducts its final flight at Misawa AB, on May 30, 2025, after 30 years of enhancing U.S. relations worldwide. Full article: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar...

On June 2, 1995 a US F-16 was shot down by a Serb-launched missile while on patrol over Bosnia. The pilot, Capt. Scott O'Grady, ejected safely and landed behind Serb lines. He was rescued 6 days later. Check out the story about Maj. Thomas Hanford though f-16.net/pilots-profi... #AviationHallOfFame

Looks like the Ukrainian F-16s will be getting Link-16!

Two Romanian F-16s (n° 80-3677 / n°80-3683) purchased from Norway, landed on Thursday, May 22, at the 71st AB "Gen. Emanoil Ionescu" in Câmpia Turzii. They will be part of the 571st Fighter Squadron within the 57th Air Base "Captain Aviator Constantin Cantacuzino". See: f-16.net/forum/viewto...

The Netherlands is set to complete the transfer of all 24 pledged F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine today, with the final aircraft scheduled for delivery on Monday. Also see the F-16.net forum thread "F-16s for Ukraine": f-16.net/forum/viewto...

Romania’s Air Force continues to bolster its capabilities with the arrival of 2 more F-16s from Norway. The aircraft touched down on May 22 at the 71st Air Base “General Emanoil Ionescu” in Câmpia Turzii. Article: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... #far #rnoaf #f16

Royal Moroccan Air Force F-16 n° 08-8023 connects with a U.S.A.F. KC-135 Stratotanker during a simulated air-to-air refueling mission in #AfricanLion25. F-16 database: f-16.net/aircraft-dat...

The Ukrainian Air Froce lost contact with one of its F-16 fighter jets during a combat mission, prompting the pilot to eject. While the pilot was safely recovered, the aircraft is lost—marking the 3rd known incident involving Ukraine’s F-16s. More details: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar...

The United States has begun transferring retired F-16 Fighting Falcons to Ukraine, not as operational aircraft, but as sources of spare parts to support Ukraine's growing fleet of European-donated F-16s. Full article: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... #uawar

The Bulgarian Parliament called for an investigation last Wednesday into possible foreign interference following an incident involving a newly delivered F-16 fighter jet. Full article: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar...

Newest submission to our pilot callsign database: "Beast". The pilot was flying the Royal Norwegian AF F-16 with tail number... "666": f-16.net/callsigns-B.... Sidenote: most of the crew refused to work on the jet unless the number was covered, so they couldn't see it: f-16.net/aircraft-dat...

✈️ Czechia and Ukraine to launch joint F-16 training school

Bulgaria’s Parliament has called for an investigation into possible foreign interference after technical issues arose with a newly delivered F-16 fighter jet from the US, sparking sabotage concerns. Read more: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... 🏷️ #bulgaria #f16 #sabotage

🕯️ Ukrainian-piloted F-16 downed by Russian missile, BBC Ukraine says

Col. Nicole Malachowski, we salute you. 🫡

The last F-16 Fighting Falcon set for autonomous aircraft modification landed April 1. The aircraft marked the final F-16 arrival to be part of the Viper Experimentation and Next-gen Operations Model – Autonomy Flying Testbed program, also known as VENOM. See our forum at f-16.net/forum/viewto...

The USA officially approved the sale of 20 F-16 block 70/72 to the Philippines as part of a $5.6 billion weapons package. Article: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... #paf #f16 #dsca

Bulgaria has officially received the first F-16 it bought, marking a major step in modernizing its air force and aligning with NATO standards. The arrival of the jet at Graf Ignatievo AB on 3 April, 2025, signals a new era for Bulgaria’s defense capabilities. Read more: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar...

The USAF 77th FS ‘Gamblers' flew countless missions around the world for 107 years, making them one of the most storied flying units still operating. Now they're bringing that knowledge to the Pacific theatre for Cope Tiger 25. #copetiger25 Article: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar...

Ukrainian F-16s flying electronic reconnaissance missions with the AN/ALQ-131 pods. They also have the option of carrying Pylon Integrated Dispensing System and the Electronic Combat Integrated Pylon Systems: PIDS and ECIPS. #ukrainewar

For nearly 45 years, Luke AFB has been synonymous with the F-16 Fighting Falcon, training 1000s of pilots and maintaining a crucial role in the aircraft’s legacy. However, the base has now bid farewell to its last operational F-16. Article: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... 🏷️ #f35 #f16 #lukeafb #usaf

The Turkish Air Force successfully carried out a test launch of the SOM-J, a next-generation air-launched cruise missile (ALCM), from an F-16. Article: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... #tuaf #militaryaviation

From the "F-16 Hall of Fame": A Royal Netherlands Air Force F-16AM #J-063 MiG-kill marking. This Dutch F-16A shot down a Serbian MiG-29 Fulcrum on March 24th, 1999 over Serbia. Aircraft details: f-16.net/aircraft-dat... #klu #rnlaf #mig29 #f16