The Ultimate History of the F16 Fighter

When it first flew it was considered way ahead of its time in flight control avionics integration and cockpit features But todays processors are a hundred times more powerful than those available in the 1970s and yet the F16 has been able to adapt to the new technologies as they come on stream In fact the F16 is so successful that it is envisaged being in service until well into the 21st century This programme features unique footage of F16 flight tests as well as presenting its combat record especially during the two wars in Iraq It finishes with a superb display sequence by a Belgian Air Force F16