F-16A/B Block 1

The F-16A/B Block 1 is an early production with minor differences from the initial version, such as the black radome.

Key features & differences:

• Engine: Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-200 turbofan, providing 23.770 lbf (32.200 nm) thrust with afterburner.
• Avionics: AN/APG-66 radar optimized for air-to-air engagements, with limited air-to-ground capability
• Armament: AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles, 20mm M61 Vulcan cannon, and basic air-to-ground munitions (e.g., Mk 80-series bombs)
• Structural Features: Small horizontal stabilizers and a single UHF antenna under the air intake

More information:

• f-16.net - F-16A/B Block 1/5/10/15/15OCU/20
• Bemil Chosun - F-16 Operation Status