About
The F‑16A ADF (Air Defense Fighter) Block 15 is a U.S. Air National Guard interceptor variant with upgraded AN/APG‑66A radar, AIM‑7 Sparrow capability, AIM‑9L/M, and a 20 mm M61 cannon. It includes unique features like IFF “mast” antennas, HF radio, and a nose spotlight for night interception
Playstyle
This jet excels in fast BVR/A2A combat: climb quickly, lock targets with the powerful radar, and engage with AIM‑7s. Transition smoothly into dogfights using AIM‑9M missiles and the M61 cannon. Its excellent turn rate and energy retention let it dominate mid-range melees—just manage its strong heat signature by minimizing afterburner use
Pros and Cons
Pros
➕ Excellent turn rate (~31.8°/s)
➕ Upgraded radar with look-down/track-while-scan
➕ Great energy retention and acceleration
➕ Effective AIM‑9M and M61 cannon
➕ Capable AIM‑7M/H Sparrow for BVR
➕ Good climb rate and situational awareness via RWR
Cons
➖ Limited to just 2 AIM‑7s—short on BVR ammo
➖ No TWS mode, must maintain continuous lock
➖ Small countermeasure payload (only 30 flares and chaff)
Loadout Option
Trivia
- Based on a late-1980s ANG program converting existing Block 15s into interceptors (~270 aircraft between 1989–1992)
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