The F-16 Fighting Falcon—or the “Viper,” if you prefer—remains the most successful, combat-proven multi-role jet fighter ever ...

On May 15, 2024, the U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demonstration Team revealed a special 50th-anniversary paint scheme at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The red, white, and blue design ...

Fire and forget' weapons The F-16 can carry armaments needed for aerial combat or ground attack. The Viper's payload can include up to six air-to-air missiles, conventional air-to-air and air-to ...

Maj. Taylor "FEMA" Hiester, F-16 Viper Demonstration Team commander and pilot, is a Berks County native. He began his journey to the cockpit of the Fighting Falcon at Reading Regional Airport.

The U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demonstration Team unveiled a 50th-anniversary paint scheme at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., that honors the original aircraft. The red, white and blue paint scheme ...