USAF F-16 Viper Demo Team

About the USAF F-16 Viper Demonstration Team

Introducing the USAF F-16 Viper Demonstration Team, stationed at Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina. This dynamic single-ship demonstration showcases the professionalism instilled in Air Force pilots and highlights the exceptional capabilities of the F-16C Fighting Falcon, leaving air show fans across the nation in awe.

About the F-16C

The F-16 is celebrating America 250 this year by continuing to feature it’s red, white and blue paint scheme! Taking its inaugural flight in 1974, this remarkably versatile multi-role fighter quickly solidified its place in the USAF’s aircraft inventory. Renowned for its high maneuverability, the F-16C has proven its mettle in both air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack missions.

Currently, the F-16C is operated by four elite USAF units. The 20th Fighter Wing at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., has three squadrons, while the 169th Fighter Wing at Joint National Guard Base McEntire, S.C., commands one squadron. Additionally, the 52nd Fighter Wing at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, commands one squadron, while the 35th Fighter Wing at Misawa AB, Japan has two squadrons.

General Characteristics

Primary Function: Suppression and/or destruction of enemy air defenses, air and ground interdiction
Contractor: Lockheed Martin Corporation
Power Plant: One Pratt and Whitney F100-PW-200/220/229 or General Electric F110-GE-100/129
Thrust: 29,000 pounds
Wingspan: 32 feet, 8 inches (9.8 meters)
Length: 49 feet, 5 inches (14.8 meters)
Height: 16 feet (4.8 meters)
Weight: 19,700 pounds without fuel (8,936 kilograms)
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 39,000 pounds (17,690 kilograms)
Speed: 1,500 mph (Mach 2 at altitude)
Range: More than 2,002 miles ferry range (1,740 nautical miles)
Ceiling: Above 50,000 feet (15 kilometers)
Crew: F-16C, one

Learn more about the Viper Demo Team: https://www.shaw.af.mil/Viper-Demo-Team/

*Please note that the lineup is subject to change without notice.