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Taiwan's F-16 Block 70 Fighters Depart Lockheed

1 source · first reported 19h ago

via Flightglobal

The first F-16 Block 70 fighters bound for Taiwan have been spotted departing Lockheed's factory in Fort Worth, Texas. Two jets were seen landing at Lockheed's F-35 production facility. The fighters are en route to Asia from the US.

Why it matters

The delivery of F-16 Block 70 fighters to Taiwan marks a significant upgrade to the country's air defense capabilities, enhancing its ability to counter regional threats.

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