The M61 Vulcan is a hydraulically, electrically, or pneumatically driven, six- barrel, air-cooled, electrically fired Gatling-style rotary cannon which fires 20 mm × 102 mm (0.787 in × 4.016 in) …

The General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon is an American single-engine supersonic multirole fighter aircraft originally developed by General Dynamics for the United States Air Force …

The F-16 20mm Gun System features the M61A1 six-barrel Gatling gun and a linkless ammunition feed system. The M61A1 provides up to 10 times the reliability of single-barrel …

The Vulcan was first fired in pre-production form in 1953, and made its first flight in the Lockheed F-104. Initial problems with the gas bleed resulted in a temporary suspension of firing tests, …

Feb 17, 2025 · In response, government forces deployed an F-16 fighter jet. The F-16, equipped with a 20mm M61A1 Vulcan cannon, engaged the rebel aircraft. Using its fast-firing gun, the F …

Apr 7, 2024 · On top of these base features, the F-16 boasts an internal M61A1 20 mm Vulcan cannon and 11 hardpoints capable of carrying various bombs, missiles, rockets, and more. …

Jan 28, 2025 · Innovative features include a frameless bubble canopy for better visibility, a side-mounted control stick (Joystick), and a reclined seat to reduce the effects of g-forces on the …

The F-16 is able to fly at twice the speed of sound. It is armed with a M61 Vulcan Gatling gun and has eleven places where weapons or other equipment can be attached.

Apr 17, 2024 · Summary: The F-16 Fighting Falcon, a mainstay of the U.S. Air Force since its introduction in 1978, has demonstrated versatility as both an air-to-air and air-to-ground …

Air Force F-16 pilots employed a new 20mm cannon round in their M61/A1 'Vulcan' Gatling guns for the first time, first validating the rounds at a firing range on Feb. 22, and then employing …