The F-15 was built to be big, tough, and powerful, while the F-16 was built to be small, smart, and fast. The F-15 Eagle and the F-16 Fighting Falcon are both iconic American fighter aircraft.

However, the F-15 and F-16, despite similar designations, are very different platforms. Let’s consider what makes each of the Air Force’s fourth-generation fighters unique from one another.

One of the most impressive fighter jets in the U.S. Air Force's inventory was the F-15 Eagle. For a while, it was the F-15 and F-16 Falcon at the center of the branch's aerial strategy.

The F-15, on the other hand, was already combat-proven, making it the much safer choice. The F-15E is still in service, and the Air Force probably does not regret its choice.

The US Air Force (USAF) has deployed two Boeing F-15EX Eagle IIs at Kadena Air Base on Okinawa for the first time to ...

The first newly produced F-15E (as the Strike Eagle competed in the DRF with a converted F-15) made its maiden flight on 11 December 1986, while the first production F-15E (of the expected 400 ...

As the F-16 continues to play a key role in both U.S. and allied air forces, ensuring the safety and performance of its pilots is paramount.