Thank you for choosing the F-16 Fighting Falcon Assembly Model Kit from Bridg Manufacturing!

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a highly versatile multirole fighter aircraft used by air forces around the world. Designed by General Dynamics and now produced by Lockheed Martin, the F-16 was developed as a lightweight, highly maneuverable fighter capable of performing air-to-air combat, air-to-ground attack, and precision strike missions.

Known for its exceptional agility, advanced avionics, and proven combat performance, the F-16 has become one of the most widely operated fighter aircraft in modern aviation. With thousands of aircraft built and decades of service, the Fighting Falcon continues to serve as a cornerstone of air power for many nations.

• Aircraft Type: Multirole Fighter Aircraft

• Manufacturer: General Dynamics & Lockheed Martin  / Model Designer: https://makerworld.com/en/@planes01

• First Flight: 1974

• Entering Service: 1978

• Crew: 1 Pilot (F-16B/D variants include 2 seats)

• Length: Approximately 49 ft (15 m)

• Wingspan: Approximately 32 ft 8 in (9.96 m)

• Maximum Speed: Approximately Mach 2

• Primary Mission: Air Superiority, Ground Attack, Precision Strike, and Multirole Combat 

• WARNING: This product contains small parts and may present a choking hazard. Not intended as a children's toy. 

• Recommended Age: 14 years and older with adult supervision/help.

• Assembly may require a wide array of pressure to connect parts. Use care during assembly and avoid excessive force.  Excessive force or impact may cause parts to break. Broken pieces may have sharp edges. 

• This product is intended for hobby, educational, and display purposes. Handle all parts with care during assembly.

• Using a heat source such as lighter/heat gun (at a safe distance as to not burn product or yourself) and some minor rubbing will take care of the plastic “hairs” that may be present. Not required for successful assembly of model kit. ONLY to be done by an ADULT. Heat sources are HOT and will BURN YOU if you let it get too close.

• There is a lovely english cream golden retreiver (dog) on site at Bridg Manufacturing. We kindly ask you to have some understanding, should you find a dog hair in your kit, dispose of the hair, and continue on.

• Bridg Manufacturing, nor the model designer(s), are not liable for injuries or damages resulting from improper assembly, misuse, or modification of this product. 

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• This instruction guide is for the F16 MEDIUM plane.

• Carefully remove all parts from the package and verify that all plane pieces are present before starting assembly. (23 pieces + 2 extra under-wing missile halves)

• This model is designed as a snap-together kit and does not require glue for normal assembly.

• If a stronger, more permanent model is desired, small amounts of hobby-grade adhesive may be used at the builder's discretion.

• Some parts may require firm pressure to fully seat together. Avoid excessive force that could damage the model. Force only in intended direction and try not to force in incorrect direction. Sideways? Diagonal? SNAP!

• Heat sources can burn you and, should  you choose this method to remove "plastic hairs", it should only be done by an adult.

• Assembly is easiest when performed on a clean, flat work surface with good lighting.

At Bridg Manufacturing, we take pride in producing high-quality assembly model kits and inspecting each kit before packaging and/or shipment. However, manufacturing, packaging, human error, or shipping issues may occasionally result in missing, deformed, or damaged parts.

If your kit is missing a part or contains a damaged or unusable component, please contact us by email at sales@bridgmanufacturing.com with a description of the issue and any information you can provide about your order. Upon verification, we will provide replacement parts at no additional charge either via next vendor market or local delivery (within  20 miles of Ogden).

Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we are committed to helping you successfully complete and enjoy your model kit.