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Did Peru acquire F-16 Block 70 fighters?

Yes — ordered. In 2026, Peru ordered F-16 Block 70 fighters, 12 firm (+ 12 option) units from United States (Lockheed Martin)(USD 2 billion (12); option 12…. Status: Technical agreement/contract signed 20 Apr 2026;…. Reported by Defence Blog. The documented package: 12 firm (+ 12 option) F-16 Block 70 fighters (replacing Mirage 2000/MiG-29) from United States (Lockheed Martin) USD…

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Year2026
ItemF-16 Block 70 fighters (replacing Mirage 2000/MiG-29)
Quantity12 firm (+ 12 option)
SupplierUnited States (Lockheed Martin)
ValueUSD 2 billion (12); option 12 more for USD 1 billion
Statusordered
SourceDefence Blog; Lockheed Martin, April-May 2026 (contract 20 Apr 2026)

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