F-16 Falcon News

Thunderbirds wrap up 2009 Far East Tour

Posted at: Thu Nov 5th, 2009

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. -- The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron left their home at Nellis Air Force Base, Las Vegas, six weeks ago to embark on a whirlwind journey that took them halfway around the world. The Thunderbirds typically travel from mid-March to mid-November in the contine...

Lockheed Unveils First New F-16 For Pakistan

Posted at: Wed Oct 14th, 2009

FORT WORTH, Texas, October 13th, 2009 -- Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] unveiled the first of 18 new F-16s being produced for Pakistan in ceremonies today at its Fort Worth, Texas, facility. Officials including the Chiefs of Staff of the U.S. and Pakistan Air ...

Airmen, aircraft showcase wing capabilities during air show

Posted at: Wed Oct 7th, 2009

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam -- Airmen throughout the wing banded together during the Team Andersen Air Show '09 held Oct. 7 here held to showcase 36th Wing capabilities to more than 20,000 local community members. The air show was originally cancelled due to tropical storm Melo...