F-16 Fighting Falcon
In ServiceFighter Aircraft · Multiple · Lockheed Martin
Most produced Western fighter jet in history (4,600+ built). First flew in 1978. Still in production as F-16V/Block 70/72 for export. The "workhorse" of the US Air Force.
Total Cost
$34B
Cost Overrun
+5%
Planned Units
1,000
What Else Could $34B Buy?
🏫 2,267 new public schools
🏥 68 community hospitals
🎓 971,429 four-year college scholarships
🌉 113 bridge replacements
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