The F-16 flies really well, pretty much like it is on rails. The only difficult part is the approach and landing. It is the only plane that I have seen that will literally "fall out of the sky" if the engine quits on final. With the gear down and the nose up on approach, it has no glide angle. With the gear up, it will glide a considerable distance. Biggest problem I had, mine was an older DF, was the nose gear. Yes they still sell parts. I will check and see if their new nose gear will fit in the F-16. Don't know if you are talking DF, which they no longer make but can be bought here on RCU either built or new in the box. I now have one of the older DF T-33s and it is an incredable flier and a lot easier to land. At 5000 msl, I use both flaps and speed brakes. It has a very good glide even with the gear down. Plus you can see it in the air. The F-16 has a tendency to disappear depending a lot on the paint scheme. Jets and War Birds are a whole new experience. I hope there is someone who can assist you, because they are really fun to fly.

Good luck.

Chet