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

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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

A Portuguese F-16 from the 301 "Jaguares" Sqn in a Jaguar paint scheme flying alongside a US B-52H during a Bomber Task Force mission in 2021. The squadron is part of the #NATO Tiger Association, which allows squadrons with tigers or other large cats within their ranks. #aviationphotography #poaf

The F-16 is set to gain a powerful new weapon in its arsenal—the AGM-158C LRASM (Long Range Anti-Ship Missile). This capability will help to position the F-16 as a more viable platform for maritime strike operations. Article: www.f-16.net/f-16-news-ar...

Belgium won’t send F-16s to Ukraine in 2025 despite a previous pledge. Ukraine requested a pause in deliveries due to pilot shortages. Meanwhile, Belgium retains old F-16s for spare parts as its own fleet transitions to F-35s. More details: f-16.net/f-16-news-ar... 🏷️ #ukrainewar #belgium #baf

Who remembers this 1993 game for the PC DOS, designed by Chris Roberts and released by Origin Systems? ⛓️‍💥 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strike_...

Top Aces, the commercial operator of F-16s for advanced air combat training, unveiled an AI-powered autonomous wingman. Integrated in their F-16s via an Advanced Aggressor Mission System (AAMS), it enables advanced Beyond Visual Range (BVR) scenarios & dynamic adversary simulation. #topaces #adair

Since @F-16.net is poking around my profile, hi hello here are some F-16 photos I’ve taken

A Taiwan-owned F-16V Block 72 probably rolling fresh of the paint barn with some new 21st FS 'The Gamblers' tail art. This USAF squadron operates the Taiwan F-16V conducting fighter and maintenance training for the pilots and maintainers of the Republic of China Air Force. ⛓️‍💥 f-16.net/forum/viewto...

Two Royal Netherlands Air Force F-16AMs prior a night flying mission in March 2023. Both have been donated and delivered to Ukraine. No deal, no bribery, just helping a friend in a crucial fight against aggression. #avgeek #aviationphotography #ukraine #militaryaviation @luchtmacht.bsky.social