The F-16 Block 70/72, often known as the F-16V, is a modernized version of the renowned F-16 multirole fighter. This modernized variant, developed by Lockheed Martin, contains cutting-edge technologies and modifications to preserve its function as a versatile and capable fighter plane.

Slovakia’s first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet will begin test flights in November 2023 and will be delivered to the Slovak Air Force in the second quarter of 2024. The delivery of all aircraft is expected to continue until 2028.

The F-16 Block 70/72, the latest in the renowned Fighting Falcon family, incorporates cutting-edge radar, avionics, and weapons systems to enhance mission success in modern combat environments. Bulgaria will become the second European nation to operate the Block 70 variant, joining an expanding list of countries opting for this advanced fighter.

The F-16 Block 70 jets, representing a significant leap in fighter capabilities, are at the forefront of 4.5-generation technology. These aircraft are equipped with the APG-83 AESA Radar, advanced avionics, and a modernized cockpit featuring new safety …

The F-16 Block 70 represents the latest standard of the F-16 that made its inaugural flight in 1974. It has a storied history, having been in service with the air forces of 26 countries and having seen combat in a variety of theaters around the world.

Aug 1, 2019 · Mar 26, 2019 - The U.S. State Department has cleared Morocco for a major increase to its F-16 fleet, including both the purchase of 25 F-16C/D Block 72s and upgrades of its existing 23 F‑16s to the more advanced F‑16V Block 52+ configuration.

Turkey cancels request to buy 79 F-16 Block 70 upgrade kits from the US November 28, 2024 (by Lieven Dewitte) - The Turkish Air Force cancelled its request to buy 79 F-16 Block-70 upgrade kits from the US, opting instead for a comparable indigenous solution based on …

Bulgaria received first F-16 Block 70 aircraft in handover ceremony Bulgaria’s Defense Minister, Atanas Zapryanov visited the United States for three days, where he attended the formal handover of Bulgaria’s first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet . The event took place on January 31, 2025, at Lockheed Martin’s production facility in Greenville ...

In 2019 the Bulgarian government ultimately signed a country for the delivery of 8 new-built F-16C/D block 70 fighters. On 20 August 2021, the Bulgarian Defence Minister told in a parliamentary hearing that Bulgaria released a Letter of Request (LOR) for a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LoA) for a second batch of 8 F-16 block 70's. The request ...

News: Jordan requests the purchase of F-16 Block 70 Aircraft [2022-02-03] The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Jordan of F-16C/D Block 70 Aircraft and related equipment for an estimated cost of $4.21 billion.