Aging F-16s End Term as Airshow Faves in Surprise Turn
Belgium's F-16 demonstration team is calling it quits for a time, citing external commitments, aging airframes, and a transition to the F-35 Lightning. In a message posted to the team's Insta account, the Belgians said that they would "not be renewing the F-16 Solo Display for 2024", despite having a banner year in 2023. "Our primary focus now is on training our fighter pilots, fulfilling our operational commitments, and transitioning to the F-35A. We express immense gratitude for the dedication of our last F-16 demonstration pilot, Senior Captain Steven ‘Vrieske’ De Vries. Throughout the past two seasons, he has served as an exemplary ambassador for the Air Force with his 'Dr