More F-16IQs Delivered to Iraq

Iraqi Air Force

The Iraqi Air Force has taken delivery of their fifth batch of F-16s in country.

The latest four aircraft arrived at Balad Airbase on March 24, 2017 where they will be operated by 9 Squadron which now boasts a full complement of 18 aircraft.

The serials of the aircraft delivered are IAF1626, IAF1627, IAF1628 and IAF1629.

As well as the 18 aircraft now in Iraq, there are 12 F-16s based at Tucson, Arizona for training. A further five aircraft are still to be delivered.

Iraqi Air Force

Iraqi Air Force

Iraqi Air Force