Bulgarian Air Force F-16V Delivered

Lockheed Martin has finalized production of the initial F-16 Block 70 fleets for Bulgaria and Slovakia at its Greenville facility. These advanced multirole fighters feature the APG-83 AESA radar, which shares significant software and hardware commonality with F-35 systems. Technical specifications include conformal fuel tanks, a modern digital cockpit, a 12,000-hour service life, and the Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (Auto GCAS). Militarily, these deliveries enhance NATO interoperability and collective readiness. Bulgaria expects eight aircraft by late 2025, forming a full squadron by 2027. The fleets will benefit from an established European sustainment network of over 700 F-16 aircraft.