Test pilot Phil Oestricher was conducting high-speed taxi tests, the YF-16 lifted off the runway, and rather than risking damage… Read More
‘When I had about 700 hours in the Eagle, I went out with my flight lead and we did a… Read More
Emergency responders are on scene. The cause of the crash, as well as the status of the pilot, are unknown… Read More
The Multi National Fighter Program was created in June 1975 following the decision by Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Norway… Read More
Where YF-16 #72-1568 begins to stand out and helped change the fighter world are the innovative advantages the jet had… Read More
“I think the F-16 can beat just about any fighter in the world today. Of course, I'm happy to say… Read More
The YF-16 test program, like any program to prove a new aircraft, had it's share of exciting moments The U.S.… Read More
At the time this picture was taken, the aircraft were competing one versus the other in the USAF Lightweight Fighter… Read More
