On February 5, the US Air Force Life Cycle Management Center announced the successful completion of the US$4.5-billion “Peace Phoenix Rising” initiative, aimed at upgrading 139 of Taiwan’s F-16s to the F-16V (Block 70-72) configuration. The upgrade initiative is part of Taiwan’s broader strategy to modernize its defense capabilities and ensure its ability to defend … Continue reading US Declares Taiwan’s F-16 Viper Program Is Ready To “Wipe-Off” Enemies; 139 Jets Upgraded To Block 70-72 Standards