F-16 Fighting Falcon - 3rd Edition

In every generation, it seems that one truly outstanding combat aircraft comes along - an aircraft that not only meets but exceeds its design specifications, far outlives its intended service life, and goes on to perform roles and missions not yet envisaged when its initial design was created. The F-16 Fighting Falcon fits this bill perfectly. The F-16 Fighting Falcon's initial role as a single-seat, air-to-air combat fighter has been greatly expanded, and now includes ground attack, ground support, and close air-support. It is also used by the USAF demonstration team, the Thunderbirds, and by the USAF and US Navy as adversary trainers. Filled with illustrations, this book provides you with an updated, inside look at this legendary fighter, covering production specifications and the latest technology used in the airframe, propulsion, guidance and contol, cockpit, and weaponry systems...