F-16 (S04E01)

Quick and agile, the F-16 Fighting Falcon is designed to engage before you even realize it’s approaching. As the lightest fighter in the Air Force's arsenal, it represents a new generation of dogfighters. Explore its beginnings during the Vietnam War, when the U.S. military sought to develop a fighter capable of competing with the Russian MiG. Follow its transformation through the years as it adapted to remain significant and ultimately solidified its status as the unrivaled leader among multirole fighters.