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| Branch | U.S. Air Force |
| Series | AFMAN |
| Publication date | 2026-04-16 (0.5 years ago) |
| Status | Current |
| Proponent / OPR | AF/A3 |
| Source of record | AF e-Publishing |
This manual prescribes procedures for operating F-16 aircraft under most circumstances. It is not a substitute for sound judgment. Procedures not specifically addressed may be accomplished if they enhance safe and effective mission accomplishment.
Added an exception to paragraph 3.1.2, added arresting cable system to paragraphs 3.6.7 and 3.19.1, changed paragraph 3.19.2, and sub-paragraphs on landing with wake turbulence, updated NVG preflight in paragraph 3.28.1, added wording on the standby attitude indicator to paragraph 3.30.4.2, removed Maverick (AGM-65) from paragraphs 6.4 and 6.7, deleted Maverick from paragraphs 7.10.3.3 and 7.10.3.4, changed wording and deleted tiering in Simulated Flame Out (SFO) paragraph 7.11.2.3, changed all tiering in paragraphs 8.1 and 8.2 and removed low altitude navigation and Targeting infrared for night (LANTIRN) from Attachment 1
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