Liz Lutz @flex_ally

🧐🇺🇸 Why Are Nations Still Buying the F-16 in the Age of Stealth Fighters? Because legends don't become obsolete. More than 50 years after its first flight, the F-16 Fighting Falcon remains one of the most sought after combat aircraft on Earth. Over 4,600 have been built, and more than 25 nations continue to operate the jet. The latest variant, the F-16 Block 70/72 Viper, comes equipped with an advanced AESA radar, modern electronic warfare systems, upgraded avionics, and a service life of up to 12,000 flight hours. So why do countries keep choosing it? 🔹Battle proven in real wars 🔹 Lower operating costs than many modern fighters 🔹 Capable of air to air and air to ground missions 🔹 Compatible with a vast arsenal of advanced Western weapons 🔹 Backed by decades of upgrades and combat experience While fifth generation fighters grab headlines, the F-16 continues to deliver results where it matters most, mission effectiveness, reliability, and affordability. Military experts expect upgraded F-16s to remain in service into the 2050s, meaning this Cold War warrior could still be flying nearly 80 years after its first flight. Thousands built. Dozens of nations. Five decades of combat history. The world isn't done with the F-16 yet.

Europe’s F-16 fleet gives @NATO decisive advantage: allied scale, proven interoperability and decades of operational readiness. With 600+ aircraft across Europe, the F-16 enables rapid response and proven combat capability across NATO airspace.

NATO Air Command @NATO_AIRCOM

5 months ago

Yesterday, Romanian 🇷🇴 F-16 fighter aircraft from NATO’s Baltic Air Policing mission in Lithuania 🇱🇹 shot down a drone over Estonian 🇪🇪 airspace. An investigation is ongoing and NATO is in close contact with the Estonian authorities. NATO is ready and able to react to any

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F-16 Block 70🤝 Peru. Delivering advanced capability to the Peruvian Air Force, strengthening national defense and elevating the U.S.–Peru partnership like never before. 🇺🇸 🇵🇪

Wieczorem para dyżurna naszych samolotów F-16 dokonała kolejnego w tym tygodniu przechwycenia rosyjskiego samolotu rozpoznawczego Ił-20, wykonującego loty nad Morzem Bałtyckim. Prowokacyjne działania Federacji Rosyjskiej testują nasze systemy obrony powietrznej. Dzięki stałej gotowości bojowej pilotów, żołnierzy oraz obsługi naziemnej polskie niebo pozostaje bezpieczne. #WojskoPolskie każdego dnia jest gotowe do natychmiastowej reakcji i ochrony przestrzeni powietrznej.

@gwjphantom @Poland_MOD @RAFWaddington Love seeing the F-16 Fighting Falcon in action. And as a former photographer, appreciate the uniqueness of a low-level flight.

20 years of Polish airpower and trusted partnership. 🇵🇱 Combat-proven and interoperable, learn how Poland’s F-16 fleet has evolved to strengthen @NATO missions, reinforce readiness and enable the next era of allied airpower. More below: 🔗👇

20 lat polskiej siły powietrznej i zaufanego partnerstwa. 🇵🇱 Sprawdzona w boju i interoperacyjna flota samolotów F-16 w Polsce ewoluowała, aby wzmocnić misje @NATO, zwiększyć gotowość bojową i umożliwić rozpoczęcie nowej ery sił powietrznych sojuszu. Więcej poniżej: 🔗👇

A New-Generation Of F-16 Operations In Europe Branded Content: A new training center, F-16 Viper (F-16V) upgrades, and new-build Block 70/72 variants hail the second-coming of the Fighting Falcon in Europe from @LockheedMartin . Story: twz.com/sponsored-cont…

.@LockheedMartin has produced the final F-16 Block 70 jets for Slovakia and Bulgaria, marking a major milestone in both nations’ air force modernization. Built in Greenville, SC, the most advanced F-16s ever made will strengthen security across Europe.

18 Dutch F-16s transferred to Romania. ✅ Learn how Europe’s airpower is evolving as Romania strengthens @NATO readiness: 🔗⬇️

Romanian student pilots from the European F-16 Training Center showcased their skills in an intense aerial refueling exercise with the @AlabamaNG! This crucial step shows their readiness for real-world ops as they gear up for graduation this summer. 🌍✈️

Yeni nesil F-16 savaş uçaklarının üretildiği tek tesis kapılarını AA'ya açtı AA Amerika Haberleri Müdürü Can Hasasu detayları aktardı v.aa.com.tr/3229964

Celebrating 50 years of F-16 history! 🎉 The @ViperDemoTeam unveiled a special 50th-anniversary paint job at @EdwardsAFB, mirroring the classic red, white and blue of the original YF-16 prototype. #Falcon50

Joining the F-16 network means building lasting strategic ties with the U.S. and allies. With 3,100+ F-16s in 25 nations, including Türkiye, @lockheedmartin is dedicated to enabling seamless connectivity for all assets in the joint battlespace. More ⬇️ aa.com.tr/en/americas/lo…

Anadolu Ajansı @anadoluajansi

2 years ago

Lockheed Martin Genel Müdürü OJ Sanchez, F-16'larla ilgili merak edilenleri AA Amerika Haberleri Müdürü Can Hasasu'ya anlattı ⤵️ — Bize bu F-16'ların modern hava kuvvetleri için ne tür teknolojiler sağladığını anlatabilir misiniz? — F-16 Block 70 ile sadece donanımlı bir

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🔴 ABD’de havacılık ve uzay alanında savunma sektörünün en büyük isimlerinden olan @LockheedMartin şirketinin Entegre Muharip Uçak Grup Başkan Yardımcısı ve Genel Müdürü OJ Sanchez ile F16’lar konusundaki ÖZEL röportajımız 👇

Anadolu Ajansı @anadoluajansi

2 years ago

Lockheed Martin Genel Müdürü OJ Sanchez, F-16'larla ilgili merak edilenleri AA Amerika Haberleri Müdürü Can Hasasu'ya anlattı ⤵️ — Bize bu F-16'ların modern hava kuvvetleri için ne tür teknolojiler sağladığını anlatabilir misiniz? — F-16 Block 70 ile sadece donanımlı bir

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Over 500 hours capturing photos from the backseat of fighter jets, and I still can't get enough of these views! #avgeek #F16

NATO Air Command @NATO_AIRCOM

3 years ago

🇹🇷 Air Force detachment is deployed at Fetesti Air Base 🇷🇴, with four F-16 jets for #NATO’s enhanced Air Policing The 🇹🇷 fly sorties alongside their 🇷🇴 colleagues to safeguard NATO airspace on the eastern flank & Black Sea region #SecuringTheSkies

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Congratulations to @LockheedMartin for winning @SCManufacturers Coolest Thing Made in S.C.

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A cool look “inside” our trophy that each team will be playing for at the Bowl For The Brave! Who wants it more?

Lockheed Martin @LockheedMartin

5 years ago

The Lockheed Martin @ArmedForcesBowl trophy embodies each branch of the military’s commitment to our nation. Learn more about the trophy before it is hoisted by the champion on Dec. 22.

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The Lockheed Martin @ArmedForcesBowl trophy embodies each branch of the military’s commitment to our nation. Learn more about the trophy before it is hoisted by the champion on Dec. 22.

@PRAlford Perfect morning for a walk and a what a cute dog! Thank you for your support! #WeAreLM