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IAF increases presence in northern Israel

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

Syria claims Israel attacked in southern part of the country

Alleged Israeli attack comes hours after anti-aircraft missile was fired at Israeli UAV over Lebanon.

IDF blames loss of control for deadly plane crash

Investigative team releases interim findings in crash of training plane which killed 2 IAF pilots.

Love is in the air...literally

Lieutenant Y describes the delicate balance he needed in order to succeed simultaneously in the pilot's training course and as a newlywed.

Watch: IAF pilots answer web's most searched questions

New graduates of the 181st class of the IAF Flight Academy have just completed an intensive and select 3-year course

Boston native becomes 1st US woman to graduate IAF pilot course

After 3 years of training Lt. O., an immigrant and lone soldier, will become 1st US woman to graduate from Israel Air Force pilot course.

Cockpit camera in tragic airplane crash sent for data retrieval

Possibility of human error can't be ruled out, IDF investigators say. Camera's memory card may shed light on the causes.

'Lihu always dreamed of becoming a pilot'

Close friend of cadet killed in Tuesday's plane crash relates how proud his class was of his achievements.

Plane crash: Sudden malfunction gave pilots no time to respond

Pilots didn't issue distress signal, severity of crash landing indicates a sudden malfunction that caused the tragedy.

IAF Major, cadet killed in Negev plane crash named

Major, cadet in training named as the 2 who were killed when a plane crashed near Mishmar Henegev

Iron Dome did not work: 'We will continue to investigate'

IDF releases findings of probe into incidents in which Iron Dome system wasn't activated after rocket fire from Gaza.

Israel's 'First Jet Squadron' retires after 67 years

Air Force closes 117th Squadron which has fought in all of Israel's wars since 1953. Commanders, pilots to be reassigned within the corps.

'Joint exercise contributes to IAF superiority'

DM Gantz speaks with German DM Kramp-Karrenbauer, thanks her for commitment to relationship with Israel.

First ever deployment of Israeli fighter jets in Germany

Deployment began with joint German-Israeli flyover above Dachau concentration camp.

5,000 Air Force strikes in the last 5 years

IAF releases data on the 'war between the wars' to prevent Iran's military entrenchment in Syria, transfer of weapons to terrorists.

DM visits IAF: Israel knows how to use its capabilities anywhere

DM suggests countries of region remember that 'the State of Israel has infinite capacity and we know how to use it.'

Near-tragedy during air mission

A malfunction almost ended up costing the lives of a crew of IDF soldiers onboard an army helicopter.

Supersonic boom causes panic in northern Israel

Pilot exceeds maximum flight speed during training session - and is grounded.

"Also in the IAF, our special forces are at the core"

Head of IAF & commander of new speical forces wing explain: "We are embarking upon the next chapter in the history of Aerial Special Forces"

IDF attacks underground Hamas infrastructure

IAF fighter jets and helicopters attack Hamas targets in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel.

Former IAF pilot detained during protest

Hundreds protest against government corruption outside Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem.

'Corona wedding' during IAF training? Anything's possible!

She's a surf guide for girls and he just completed the IAF's fighter pilot course. They met and married during the COVID-19 epidemic.

IAF graduation to be held without audience

Pilots Course graduation ceremony to be broadcast live with a limited air show.

Israel leads international forum of air force commanders

Participants in the forum discussed the knowledge they gained during the coronavirus crisis.

Israel Air Force planes skywrite their tribute to health workers

Israel Air Force planes pass over hospitals in Israel to salute the medical teams at the forefront of the battle against coronavirus.

Israel's Air Force to salute hospitals

Four Texan II T6 planes will hold flyovers over hospitals, saluting medical staff and healthcare system.

Watch: The Israeli Air Force 'Rolling Swordsmen'

Watch special video produced for the Israeli Air Force's 124 "Rolling Sword" Squadron's 60th anniversary.

Watch: IAF strikes terrorist targets in Gaza

Israeli Air Force retaliates amid ongoing rocket attacks on southern Israel.

IAF strikes Gaza after 22 rockets fired

Israeli Air Force retaliates after terrorists launch 22 rockets at Israel Sunday.

IDF strikes Hamas targets in southern Gaza

Israeli aircraft target weapons production site used by Hamas' military wing in retaliation for rocket fire on Netivot.

IAF attacks Hamas targets in southern Gaza

IDF jets attack multiple Hamas targets in southern Gaza, including an underground weapons production site.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in southern Gaza

IDF aircraft and fighter planes attack Hamas targets in southern Gaza in retaliation for rocket and incendiary balloon fire.

The floods at IAF base

Three aircraft will be non-operational for two to three months

Five of eight aircraft damaged by flooding at Hatzor Base will be back in service in the next few days, a senior IAF official says.

Air Force Commander sets up team to investigate Hatzor flooding

Major General Norkin notes incident did not coincide with expectations, stressing importance to research, learn, and apply lessons.

'We made a mistake not evacuating Air Force bases'

Senior IAF official says base which flooded should've been among those evacuated prior to storm.

Watch: This pilot had a surprise waiting for him...

This pilot thought we were filming a video about his helicopter, but we had a surprise waiting for him instead...

Watch: Armed terrorist attempts to enter Israel

IDF foils attempt by terrorist to infiltrate Israel from Gaza.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

IDF jets and helicopters strike a number of Hamas terror targets, among them a Hamas military camp.

Watch: IDF 'Game of Thrones' excercise in Cyprus

IAF, Commando Brigade, complete joint operation in Cyprus, commanders praise soldiers' cooperation and personal abilities.

Investigation into helicopter fire

IAF launches investigation after helicopter catches fire mid-flight, grounds all helicopters of that model.

IDF grounds Yasur helicopter fleet

IAF grounds entire fleet of Sikorsky CH-53 helicopters after one of them catches fire due to engine malfunction.

US Air Force commander visits Israel

IDF Chief of Staff grants award to US Air Force chief, Gen. Goldfein.

Watch: Israeli Air Force base's Tetris challenge

Clean-up day at IAF base used by soldiers to create a record-breaking Tetris challenge.

Israel Air Force gearing up for Blue Flag

Israel to host Blue Flag aerial exercises, with teams from US, Germany, Italy, and Greece. First-ever int'l exercise in Israel with F-35s.

First woman appointed to head IAF flight squadron

Lt. Col. G. assumes role as commander of the "Nachshon Squadron", becoming the first woman in the IAF to command a flight squadron.

'A very special and important exercise'

Israel Air Force takes part in the British Royal Air Force's "Cobra Warrior" exercise.

IDF attacks 15 terrorist targets in Gaza

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza in retaliation for rocket fire on Ashdod and Ashkelon.

IAF Commander visits US, awarded 'Legion of Merit'

IAF Commander Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin meets US Air Force senior command, furthers strategic dialogue and operational coordination.

Report: Israel attacked in Lebanon

Lebanese media report that Israel targeted PFLP in Bekaa region, near Syria border.

IDF attacks Hamas compound in Gaza

IDF jets attack office of Hamas commander in retaliation for rocket fire. In addition: Israel to reduce fuel transfers to Gaza.

IDF attacks twice in Gaza

IDF strikes Hamas targets in Gaza in retaliation for rocket attacks on the south.

IDF attacks Hamas infrastructures

Israel Air Force attacks Hamas underground terrorist infrastructures in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel.

Air Force bombed weapons shipments to Gaza via Sinai

IAF has in recent months bombed several trucks with weapons on their way to Gaza from Sinai.

IDF attacks Hamas terrorist infrastructure

Israeli warplanes attack underground terrorist infrastructure in southern Gaza in retaliation for rocket fire on Israel.

IDF attacks dozens of terrorist targets

IDF fighter planes attack 30 terror targets belonging to Hamas and Islamic Jihad.

IDF attacks office of Hamas 'interior minister'

IDF fighter jets target office of Tawfiq Abu Naim, who oversees security measures in Gaza.

IDF strikes 260 targets in Gaza

IDF attacks terror tunnels, weapons productions site, several Hamas launching stations, and other terrorist targets.

IDF attacks offices of Hamas chairman

Israeli warplanes strike offices of Hamas chairman Ismail Haniyeh as retaliation for rocket attack continues.

IDF attacks in Gaza

IDF attacks two Hamas observation posts in retaliation for throwing of explosive devices at border fence.

IDF attacks 100 Hamas targets in Gaza

IAF aircraft attack about 100 terrorist targets belonging to Hamas in retaliation for rocket fire on central Israel.