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[Fatman17]

An F-16 crashed during training, pilot ejected safely. I hope it wasn't one of those under the Özgür project.

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Turkish F-16 crashes during training flight in Yalova, pilot ejects safely​

August 12, 2026 (by Lieven Dewitte) - A Turkish Air Force F-16 fighter jet has crashed during a training flight in northwestern Turkey's Yalova province, with the pilot successfully ejecting and surviving the incident. The crash occurred on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, during a routine training mission at Yalova Airfield Command.

A TuAF F-16C taking off in full blaze for another exercise in early 2021. [Photo by Erkan Akman]

 

[Yasar_TR]

According to unconfirmed news Pakistan is after Turkish Ozgur modernisation too.

Pakistan's F-16 Fleet Eyes Türkiye's ÖZGÜR Upgrade with US Nod

US approval could bring advanced upgrades to Pakistan's F-16s.

timesofislamabad.com

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2088168039103529161

But they need US approval as neither us nor PAK can touch these planes unless US will consent.

Sound like wishful thinking!

 

[Turkic]

According to unconfirmed news Pakistan is after Turkish Ozgur modernisation too.

Pakistan's F-16 Fleet Eyes Türkiye's ÖZGÜR Upgrade with US Nod

US approval could bring advanced upgrades to Pakistan's F-16s.

timesofislamabad.com

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2088168039103529161

But they need US approval as neither us nor PAK can touch these planes unless US will consent.

Sound like wishful thinking!

I thought earlier blocks of F-16’s could not get a life-extension beyond 8000 hours?

 

[Yasar_TR]

I thought earlier blocks of F-16’s could not get a life-extension beyond 8000 hours?

Certain degrees of upgrades are possible even for block 10 aircrafts as per attached file indicates.


Structural Upgrades for Block 15
Initial Inspection: Airframes undergo thorough checks (such as PACER SLIP) to find and repair bulkhead cracks using methods like cold working. [1]
Falcon STAR: The F-16 Structure Augmentation Roadmap provides specific modification and reinforcement parts kits to help legacy airframes reach their designed baseline flight hours.
Life Extension: These interventions repair fatigue-prone areas on wings and bulkheads, allowing older airframes to safely log thousands of additional operational flying hours.

F-16 MLU - Mid-Life Update - F-16.net

Discover the F-16 F-16 MLU — Mid-Life Update. Learn about its design, upgrades, capabilities and service history on F-16.net.

www.f-16.net

 

[Fatman17]

According to unconfirmed news Pakistan is after Turkish Ozgur modernisation too.

Pakistan's F-16 Fleet Eyes Türkiye's ÖZGÜR Upgrade with US Nod

US approval could bring advanced upgrades to Pakistan's F-16s.

timesofislamabad.com

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2088168039103529161

But they need US approval as neither us nor PAK can touch these planes unless US will consent.

Sound like wishful thinking!

USA approved a 600m sustainment package for the PAF fleet recently. I reckon this upgrade could get a NOC. Situation has changed from 2016.

 

[Fatman17]

USA approved a 600m sustainment package for the PAF fleet recently. I reckon this upgrade could get a NOC. Situation has changed from 2016.

The United States officially approved a $686 million technology upgrade and support package for Pakistan's F-16 fighter jet fleet. Announced via notification to Congress by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, the deal aims to modernize existing aircraft and extend their operational lifespan through 2040. [1, 2, 3]

Package Breakdown

• • Avionics & Hardware ($649 million): Includes software updates, advanced radar integration support, navigation upgrades, spare parts, repairs, and training equipment. [1, 2, 3]
  • Tactical Systems ($37 million): Covers major defense equipment including 92 Link 16 tactical data link systems for real-time secure communication, cryptographic devices, and advanced identification friend or foe (IFF) systems. [1, 2, 3]
  • Munitions Support: Involves six inert MK 82 500 lb general-purpose bomb bodies/casings to serve as training or warhead adapters.