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US Navy F/A-18 vs. US Air Force F-16: Which fighter jet rules the sky?

In essence, the F-16 is faster and more maneuverable, while the F/A-18 is built for survival. But which one would actually ...
The National Interest

These Are the Technologies That Give the F-16 Its Edge

While the F-16 is powerful and agile, the high-performance characteristics can be unforgiving, especially for novice operators. The General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon is generally described as an ...
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A thunderous Danish F-16 performance at RIAT

A Danish Air Force F-16 delivered a powerful display over RIAT, filling the airfield with noise and energy. High-speed passes, sharp turns, and aggressive maneuvers showcased the jet’s raw performance ...
The National Interest

The F-16 Fighting Falcon Is Old—but It’s Not Going Anywhere

In capable hands, an F-16 Fighting Falcon can take on fifth-generation stealth fighter jets like the F-35 Lightning II and even the F-22 Raptor. For decades, the F-16 Fighting Falcon has been the ...
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F-16 Fighting Falcon Top Speed: How Fast Is The Fighter Jet?

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is highly regarded because of its remarkable maneuverability, combat radius, and multi-role capabilities. With its cutting-edge technological features, air-to-air engagement ...
The Aviationist

A Close Look at the New EW System Which Will Protect U.S. F-16s

The ALQ-257 Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite is on track for rapid fielding on 72 U.S. Air Force F-16s, as well as the Army’s ME-11B HADES. Northrop Grumman’s AN/ALQ-257 Integrated Viper ...
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USAF completes IVEWS operational assessment with F-16

The US Air Force (USAF) has completed an operational assessment (OA) of Northrop Grumman’s ALQ-257 Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite (IVEWS) with the Lockheed Martin F-16. “We got through our ...