Even at the ripe old age of 20, the F-16 Falcon remains a fast and potent favorite among fighter pilots, and one of the best fighters in its class. Designed originally as a no-frills, single-engine "hot rod", the addition of improved radar and weaponry have made the Falcon a super, lightweight jet. Used mainly as a bomber, the Fighting Falcon can also turn-and-burn with unbridled fury when provoked. It is also one of the first operational fly-by-wire aircraft; its flight controls being electronically operated and computer controlled. A 20mm cannon, Maverick missiles, and laser-guided bombs make the F-16 a potent multi-role fighter. However, it's light weight, speed and agility make it the choice of the US Air Force's Thunderbirds aerobatic team.

Pictured here is a gorgeous 1:72 scale diecast replica of a Polish General Dynamics F-16C Viper fighter that was attached to the 302nd Fighter Squadron during December 2019 and painted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Polish Air Force. Sold Out! Dimensions:
Wingspan: 7-inches
Length: 8-inches

Release Date: January 2022

Historical Account: "For Poland" - The Polish Air Force celebrated its 100th Anniversary in August 2018 with a special centenary edition of the Radom Airshow. The Polish Air Force was represented by the incredible F-16 Tiger Demo Team, Team Orlik flying the PZL-130s and Team Iskry flying the TS-11s. Unfortunately, no MiG-29s or Su-22s were present due to the crash of a Polish MiG-29 in early July resulting in the grounding of the entire Su-22 and MiG-29 force. In addition to these, LOT Polish Airlines did a fly past with a special livery Boeing 737 Max in formation with the TS-11s of of Team Iskry. Showing off their latest trainer aircraft, the Polish Air Force flew the M346 Bielik in a four ship formation fly past.