The F-16 Block 52+ is a modern multirole fighter aircraft operated by the Polish Air Force. Introduced into service between 2006 and 2008, it forms the backbone of Poland’s tactical aviation. The aircraft combines high maneuverability with advanced avionics, enabling effective performance in both air defense missions and precision strike operations.

Technical specifications:

Crew: 1 (F-16C) or 2 (F-16D)
Length: 15.06 m
Wingspan: 9.96 m
Height: 4.88 m
Empty weight: approx. 8,570 kg
Maximum takeoff weight: approx. 19,200 kg
Engine: 1 × Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-229
Thrust: approx. 129 kN (with afterburner)
Maximum speed: approx. Mach 2.0 (over 2,100 km/h)
Range: up to approx. 4,200 km (with external tanks)
Combat radius: approx. 550–1,300 km (depending on configuration)
Service ceiling: approx. 15,200 m
Radar: AN/APG-68(V)9
Internal armament: M61A1 Vulcan 20 mm cannon
External payload: up to approx. 7,700 kg (AIM-120 AMRAAM, AIM-9X, JDAM, Paveway, and others)
Additional equipment: Sniper XR targeting pod, conformal fuel tanks (CFT), electronic warfare systems