Tupolev Tu-16

The Tupolev Tu-16 (USAF/DOD reporting name Type 39; NATO reporting name: Badger) is a twin-engined jet strategic heavy bomber used by the Soviet Union. It has been flown for almost 70 years, and the Chinese license-built version Xian H-6 remains in service with the People's Liberation Army Air Force, with more being built as of 2020.

Tu-16
A Tu-16 in flight over USS Hewitt (circa 1978)
Role Strategic bomber
National origin Soviet Union
Manufacturer Voronezh Aircraft Production Association
Designer Tupolev
First flight 27 April 1952
Introduction 1954
Status In limited service
Primary users Russian Air Force
Egyptian Air Force (Historical)
Iraqi Air Force (Historical)
Indonesian Air Force (Historical)
Produced 1952–1962
Number built 1,509
Variants Tupolev Tu-104
Tupolev Tu-124
Xian H-6
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