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201893 minRdocumentary

3.0/ 10(14 ratings)• TMDB

F16

201893 minRdocumentary

3.0/ 10(14 ratings)• TMDB

Over 4,600 F-16 Fighting Falcons have been produced since their introduction, serving in various military operations worldwide.

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Over 4,600 F-16 Fighting Falcons have been produced since their introduction, serving in various military operations worldwide.

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John Robins

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Pilots and military experts discuss the F-16 Fighting Falcon, a multirole jet fighter developed by General Dynamics for the United States Air Force. The documentary covers the aircraft's design and capabilities, as well as its deployment in military operations, including the Gulf War. Interviews reveal the F-16's role in modern warfare and its ongoing use by air forces worldwide. Directed by John Robins, the film runs for 93 minutes and was released in 2018.

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