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As the IAF's presence radiates in the homes of its members, the IAF family grows and flourishes year after year
Lieutenant General (retired) Avihu Ben Nun, the eleventh Commander in Chief of the Israeli Air Force
Lieutenant General Binyamin "Benny" Peled (retired), the Israel Air Force's eight Commander in Chief, was born Binyamin Weidenfeld in Tel Aviv, 1928
Eliezer Shkedi, the fifteenth Commander in Chief of the Israeli Air Force, was born in Israel on 16th August 1957, and grew up in Hod HaSharon and Kfar Saba
The War of Attrition began when the Six Day War ended
On April 7th 1967, IAF planes shot down six Syrian MiGs
a Commando transport flown by two American pilots brings illegal Jewish immigrants from Iraq into Palestine
Advanced S/A missile system for aircraft interceptions at medium and long ranges
Lockheed F-16I 'Fighting Falcon', Hebrew nickname: 'Sufa' ('Storm')
Twin seat attack helicopter
Sometimes, you don't need to go far to feel at home: it is enough to look at your twin sibling serving in the same unit and perhaps even in the same role
The IAF has seeped into the lives of entire families. Mothers who accompany their children throughout three years of a course, sleepless nights for couples waiting at home. The IAF took this family one step further
After an arduous examination process of both instructional planes: one Korean and one Italian, the IAF has officially recommended the M-346 Italian plane to the Ministry of Defense
15 years have passed, and the mark of the largest catastrophe in the history of the IAF is still eminent. We present to you the words of commander of the squadron immediately after the helicopter crash
The veteran 1970's Sikorsky CH-53 sea stallion was shut down and dissembled over a decade ago. After many years, the legendary helicopter is back in business following massive repair and construction work. Watch the video
An experiment on "Block-4" of "Arrow 2" missiles was conducted in central Israel. The experiment consisted of the initial examination of the "Great Pine" radar as a part of the weapon system
Liat BloombergerThe secrecy surrounding the ISTAR unit makes it almost impossible to report on. Its staff has all gone through a long and difficult training program and work hard around the clock to gather information and produce intelligence reports. In short, it's a small unit that, very quietly, makes a big impact
Shani PhaisIt's not just another airport where you can enjoy the duty free or a restaurant meal as you wait for your flight abroad. Spaceport America is intended for the first private flights to space. Work is already underway, and for those who want to be an astronaut (and have the financial means), the dream is closer than ever.
Yuval Shoham | Jonathan Mor | Nikolai AvrutovA missing Israeli soldier, dead or alive, shakes up the entire army. The EITAN unit (Unit for Detecting Missing Soldiers) supervises all recovery attempts of the missing soldiers. Sometimes it employs UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles). A new course trains UAV operators what to do and how to respond in such situations
Yael Harari | Photography: Lior Dayan | Translation: Nikolai AvrutovRecently, a young pilot in training was forced to abandon its "Efroni" (T-6A) aircraft. When a pilot is forced to abandon its aircraft, he is forced to also abandon the feelings, thoughts, and understandings that accumulated over time. The physical challenge of ejecting from the plane is often accompanied by a mental challenge, which persists long after the pilot safely parachuted onto the ground. How to deal with an aircraft that "betrayed" you? How to handle the "noises" coming out of the engine of the next plane? Apparently, there is more than one answer
Noam Ofir | Udi Ezion | Nikolai AvrutovIn recent months, Russia negotiates the sales of MIG-29 fighter jets to Syria. This is a good time to recall that in 1997, under a heavy cloud of secrecy, three MIG-29 “Fulcrum” ("Sting" in Russian)) landed in Israel. For several weeks, Israeli test pilots learned the plane and its weapon systems inside and out, flown numerous hours, and tested the jet’s abilities when facing Israeli fighter jets
Gal Goldstein | Translation: Avrutov NikolaiThe question of whether or not it was possible to stop the mass murder at the Auschwitz death camp during WWII came up many times in recent decades. Sergeant El Webber, who flew on sorties over the death camp, shares his memories and thoughts
Written by: Yael Harari | Translation: Nikolai AvrutovIn combat, a few seconds of hesitation may bear a heavy cost. This lesson, along with many others, helicopter air crews learned at a special workshop, conducted by the "Flying Dragon" squadron. With topics ranging from formation's leader responsibility, to life and death decision on the surface, workshop participants contemplated battle field dilemmas and the decisions to be made
Sivan GazitIt's one of only two fifth-generation combat aircraft in the world, a stealth jet with impressive fighting, bombing and transport capabilities, and for the IDF it's the aircraft of the future. The F-35 is already taking shape, and the Air Force is doing all it can to acquire it as fast as it can, in order to preserve its aerial supremacy in the Middle East.
Kalia Ben-Amram | Photography: Inbal GolombMount Hermon and the surrounding area attract thousands of Israelis, particularly during the winter, yet many dangers threaten this region. IDF troops and the police force contended with these hazards during a large-scale exercise in which the "Desert Birds" Squadron played a central role.
Yael Bar and Lior Estline | Nikolai Avrutov
The Raytheon A-36 Bonanza (Hebrew nickname: 'Hofit' (Stint)) is a single-engine six seat (including the pilot) passenger airplane. The first member of the "Beechcraft" family was manufactured in 1947 and was an instant success.
Ramat David Airbase was established by the British in 1941, as part of the Royal Air Force infrastructure. It was intended to function as an alternative to the base in Haifa, that had been attack by German aircraft during World War Two.
The IAF's main transport helicopter. Since entering service in 1969, the 'Yas'ur' has taken part in numerous operations in enemy territory. In these operations - most of which remain secret - the IAF has made full use of its varied capabilities in rescue, carrying large payloads, transporting troops and equipment and long distance flight