Thunderbirds receive first upgraded F-16

This is the first of new Block 52 F-16 Fighting Falcons that are being provided to the U. S. Air Force Thunderbirds aerial demonstration team. Officials at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, rolled out the upgraded fighter during a ceremony Oct. 24. The 11 aircraft destined for the Thunderbirds are scheduled to receive Falcon STAR modifications and a smoke generating system modification. The newly converted aircraft are slated for delivery for the 2009 show season. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alex R. Lloyd)

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