F-16 Fighting Falcon: Proven Performance, Enduring Dominance

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 20th Fighter Wing shows a rocket launcher loaded with six rockets, with the capability of loading a total of 36 more at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., June 11, 2025. The F-16 has provided U.S. air superiority for more than 40 years, and continues to evolve to meet the demands of 21st-century air warfare. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nyanda Walker-Potts).

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Nyanda Walker-Potts
VIRIN: 250611-F-PK737-1107.JPG
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CAMERA

NIKON Z 6_2

LENS

NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

APERTURE

63/10

SHUTTERSPEED

1/3200

ISO

1250

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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