The F-16 may be the most famous modern aircraft of its time. It is no long made for the U.S. Air Force, but is exported to other countries. It is currently serving in a total of 24 countries.
The F-16 is a multi-role aircraft and was first flown in December 1976. It is capable of Mach 2.
This particular F-16A was a non-flying test bed aircraft. It is painted in the colors of the 57th Fighter Weapons Wing.
This plane can only be viewed from the cadet area lookout next to the chapel. From the visitors center coordinates N 39°00.438 W 104°53.699 take the Chapel Trail.
F16 Fighting Falcon
This waymark is next to USAFA Cadet Area F-105D Thunderchief, USAFA Cadet Area F-4C