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The U.S. Air Force Is Considering Buying New F-16 Aircraft
The U.S. Air Force Is Considering Buying New F-16 Aircraft
Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons based in the Central Command area of operations conduct armed aerial patrols in Somalia in support of Operation Octave Quartz, Jan. 9, 2020. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Harrison)
More F-16 Vipers could be ordered together with F-15EXs, attritable aircraft and NGAD to replace older aircraft until enough F-35s are available.
Almost 16 years after the last delivery, the U.S. Air Force is now considering an order for new F-16 Fighting Falcon (or Viper, as the type is dubbed in the fighter pilot community) jets. This news was recently reported by the
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BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) board of directors has elected President and CEO James D. Taiclet as chairman of the board, effective March 1.
Executive Chairman Marillyn A. Hewson informed the board of directors of her intention to retire as executive chairman and as a member of the board.
James D. Taiclet
Greg M. Ulmer Marillyn provided leadership that helped us to implement a smooth and successful transition. As a result, we were able to accomplish strong financial and operational performance in 2020 and shape a vision for how we will support our nation and allies to meet the heightened threats of the 21st century, Taiclet said. Her confidence in our executive leadership team and wise counsel over the past months illustrate her legacy as one of Lockheed Martin s most successful and respected leaders.