The United States will complete delivery of the first 10 new F-16 Block 70 fighter jets to the Taiwan Air Force by the end of the year

F-16 Block 70 fighter jets

 The United States plans to complete delivery of the first 10 new F-16 Block 70 fighter jets to the Taiwan Air Force by the end of 2025. These aircraft are part of a large order for 66 upgraded F-16Vs, concluded as part of a military sales agreement. The first 10 vehicles are expected to be delivered in the second half of the year, and they will be delivered by direct flights from the United States to Taiwan with air refueling support by American tankers. The flights will be operated by U.S. Air Force pilots, with Taiwanese pilots accompanying the two-seat options to gain long-range flight experience. The new fighters will be based at Chihang Air Base and will become part of the 7th Tactical Fighter Wing, which will become the most powerful unit of the Taiwan Air Force responsible for the defense of the eastern region of the island. Full delivery of all 66 fighters is planned by the end of 2026.