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Yes, F 16 fighter jet can travel faster than speed of sound. Its Maximum speed:

  • At sea level: Mach 1.2 (915 mph, 1,470 km/h)
  • At altitude: Mach 2+ (1,500 mph, 2,410 km/h)

The speed of sound is around 343.2 metres per second, 1236 km per hour (768mph)

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