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How Fast Is the ‘New’ F-16V Block 70/72 Viper Fighter?

Key Points and Summary - The new F-16 Block 70/72, known as the "Viper," is a massive leap in capability for the legendary fighter. -It boasts a top speed of over Mach 2, making it faster than an F-35 ...
Seeking Alpha

Lockheed Martin Completes Production of Initial F‑16 Block 70 Fleets for Bulgaria and Slovakia

GREENVILLE, S.C., Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (LMT) has completed production of all F‑16 Block 70 aircraft for Bulgaria and Slovakia's initial fleets, equipping both air forces with ...
The Aviationist

Lockheed Martin Completes Production of F-16s for Slovakia and Bulgaria

Lockheed Martin has completed the production of the 14 F-16s Block 70 ordered by Slovakia and the eight of the initial order by Bulgaria, with eight more to be produced as part of the second batch.
The National Interest

F-16 Block 70 Fighter Jets Are Heading to Bulgaria and Slovakia

Though the jets are destined for Eastern Europe, their construction has been an employment boon for Lockheed Martin’s operations in South Carolina, where they are manufactured. The capabilities of ...
Flightglobal

F-16 Block 70 deliveries for Taiwan delayed until 2027 despite factory expansion

Deliveries of Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 70 fighters for Taiwan appear to have slipped again, possibly extending into 2027. The 66 jets are unlikely to arrive before the end of 2026, according to ...
Jane's Information Group

Lockheed Martin completes F-16 Block 70 build for Slovakia, initial build for Bulgaria

A Bulgarian F-16C Block 70 Fighting Falcon departs the Greenville production facility on a pre-delivery test sortie. Lockheed Martin has completed manufacture of the initial eight of Bulgaria's 16 ...