Israeli Air Force

New generation of technology: IDF receives new unmanned aircraft

The "Spark" is designed to carry out contractual missions, intelligence actions, escort ground forces, direct strikes, and more.

Chief of Staff: IDF preserving its capabilities and unity'

LTG Herzi Halevi visits Tel Nof Air Force Base together with Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar.

Saluting the unsung heroes of the Israeli Air Force

The well-deserved high standing of IAF pilots has gone to their heads. Op-eds.

Israeli Air Force to participate in US Air Force “Red Flag” exercise

The exercise will take place over the course of two weeks and will include a wide range of training drills.

IAF to participate in US Air Force “Red Flag” exercise

USAF and IAF Conclude ACE Deployment

Israeli, US air forces conclude significant milestone in establishing joint regional operational activities and deepening cooperation.

Following Texas crash: IAF grounds F-35 Adir jet fleet

After an American F-35 B fighter jet crashed two weeks ago the Israeli Air Force has decided to ground its own F-35s until further notice.

Israeli air force grounds its most advanced fighter jets

Israeli Air Force major moved by the support of American Jewry

IAF Major who continued in his father's path in the Air Force says that FIDF NY event was a very meaningful and powerful experience.

IAF: F-35 fleet to undergo inspection after US tipoff

Following US decision to ground F-35 aircraft, Israel orders thorough and careful inspection of its fleet.

Israeli Air Force returns from exercise in Romania

IAF concludes exercise in Romania. Blue Sky exercise 'contributes to the operational readiness for all relevant arenas,' commander says.

US, Israeli Air forces to simulate attack on Iran

US Air Force to provide refueling to Israeli aircraft during joint simulation on attack on Iran as part of 'Chariots of Fire' exercise.

Israeli Air Force Commander visits United Arab Emirates for the first time

IDF: 'Visit shows strengthening between the Israeli and international air forces at the national and strategic level.'

IAF Commander visits United Arab Emirates for the first time

Watch: Israeli F-15s escort American bomber

Israeli Air Force F-15 fighter jets escort American B-1B bomber over Israeli skies towards the surrounding bay.

Arutz Sheva speaks with air force pilots from around the globe

'Unique' Blue Flag event brings together Israeli and world air forces. We spoke to some of the pilots.

Amos Levitov, renowned Israeli air force pilot, dies at 73

Levitov, renowned as a pilot, survived three years of captivity in Egypt before being released in 1973 and resuming his military career.

In first, IAF flyover to include Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley

This year, the traditional IAF flyover on Independence Day will pass over towns in Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley.

In first, IAF flyover to include Judea and Samaria

IAF begins surprise excercise, increasing its presence in northern Israel

Surprise Israeli Air Force exercise 'Vered Hagalil,' focused on improving IAF combat readiness in northern region, begins.

IAF increases presence in northern Israel

Israeli planes attack Gaza targets, Syria strike suspected

Israel hit Hamas targets in Gaza following rocket barrage over the weekend, Syria claimed it 'downed most Israeli missiles.'

Meet Ori - a blind officer in the Israeli Air Force

Ori was born blind, but that didn't stop her from fulfilling her dream of serving in the IDF.

Israel thwarted Iranian armed drone attack

IDF confirms strikes against Iranian targets after intelligence reports of planned attack on northern Israel.

Watch: Special air show at IDF Air Force Base

IAF Aerobatics team appears in skies above Hatzerim Air Force base, honoring graduation from flight course.

Canopy which detached during fighter jet flight found

Canopy found in Judea region, after which it was transferred to air force authorities for further technical investigation.

Emergency at 30,000 feet

Israeli Air Force F-15 loses canopy during training flight, leaving two-member crew exposed to the elements.

IDF strikes Hamas strongholds in retaliation for balloon bomb

Israeli attack helicopters open fire on Hamas positions in Gaza Strip, after bomb-laden balloons launched into Israel via model airplane.

US Air Force concludes international conference in Israel

Nations from all over the world converged on Israel this past week for a conference to study the F-35 fighter.

IAF looks to maintain strategic edge with 'Blue and White Flag'

IDF hosts air units from six nations at 'Sky Angels' rescue training operation, while IAF works to maintain air superiority in parallel op.

Israel grounds F-35 squadron

Israel joins nations all over the world in grounding F-35 fleet after the jet's first-ever crash in September showed a systems malfunction.

'Syria bombing was like finding a needle in a haystack'

Senior air force officer describes Thursday morning's air assault on Syria, says Israel kept Russia and US apprised of all the details.

Syria: Israeli forces attacked Damascus-area base

Assad regime confirms claims by opposition group that Israeli aircraft hit government arms depot near Damascus.

Israel gears up for 'Blue Flag'

Israel Air Force hosts largest international aerial training exercise in nation's history.

IAF hits Syria after missile attack on Israeli aircraft

Syrian anti-aircraft missile battery opens fire on Israeli aircraft; IDF destroys missile battery in response.

IDF returns grounded Apache helicopters to service

IDF decides to return its Apache fleet to service after fatal crash in August.

'A brave pilot and a leader'

Major General Amikam Norkin takes command of Israeli Air Force, replacing Amir Eshel after four decades of service.

Report: Israeli Air Force strikes Damascus

Arab media claims Israeli fighter jets struck Syrian army positions near Syrian capital.

'There is no air force better than ours'

Prime Minister Netanyahu visits the Tel Nof air force base, praises Israel's Air Force.

Watch Israeli air show - from inside the cockpit

Get a firsthand look at the Independence Day air show, in 360 degree!

Hezbollah's response to Kuntar to come from Syria

Associates of Lebanese terror group also suggest Israel should fear Russia's response if it continues activities in Syria.

'Hezbollah response to Kuntar elimination will come from Syria'

Report: Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Syria

Arab media report that Israel launched airstrikes in the Qalamoun region of Syria.

IAF Aerial Salute Over Israel Begins

A flyover across Israel as well aerobotic demonstrations at Air Force bases will be held on Independence Day between 9:40 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

YU Lecture to Feature Documentary on IAF

Documentary about makings of Israeli Air Force to be screened with Producer Nancy Spielberg at YU's Hillel Rogoff Annual Memorial Lecture.

YU Lecture to Feature Documentary on Israeli Air Force

Deif Tells Nasrallah: Let's Join Forces

Elusive al-Qassam Brigades chief sends condolence letter to Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah for Hezbollah members killed in IAF strike.