Air Force

Assessment:

IDF attacked terror tunnel in Gaza

Assessments are that spokesperson's unusual announcement of strike on 'central terror infrastructure' implies attack on terror tunnel.

Number of female pilots not soaring, despite recruitment efforts

Despite IDF attempts to attract women to prestigious flight course, number of female pilots remains low. One woman to finish latest course.

Naval Iron Dome operational

Air Force completes deployment of battery in warship, conducts successful test;System is to protect strategic sea facilities.

F-16s and Patriot missiles: Summing up Blue Flag

Watch: Largest joint international air force training exercise in Israel's history held in southern Israel.

Near-disaster as paratroopers jump over underflying plane

Transport Ministry report reveals communication failure between IAF control tower and military plane led to near fatal accident.

First since 1998:

Massive IDF wargames involving tens of thousands of soldiers

Forces to simulate infiltration and takeover of northern village as well as massive fire and IDF attack against enemy in air, land and sea.

Fast and furious: The new police helicopters

Four of most advanced helicopters in world operationalized by Israel Police to assist activities against terror, crime, and road bullying.

Air Force tragedy

Pilots reported problem before deadly helicopter crash

Pilots of doomed helicopter flight which left 1 dead reported problem with vehicle 9 minutes before disaster.

Tragedy in the IAF:

Pilot killed in training accident

Second pilot suffers very serious injuries in helicopter crash.

Watch: Major IAF events during 2016

Watch a summary of the major innovations in the Israeli Air Force during the course of 2016.

Golan Heights sirens raised but no hits detected

Golan Heights sirens raised but no artillery hits were detected.

Israeli Air Force pilot killed in F-16 crash

Israeli Air Force pilot killed in F-16 jet fighter crash. Navigator ejected and escaped unhurt.

Crack Shaldag army unit releases rare pictures

The vaunted Shaldag army unit which assists the Israeli Air Force released rare pictures of its activities over the course of 40 years.

Israeli pilots return from giant US aerial exercise

An Israeli air force team returned today from 'Red Flag' aerial exercise held in the US.

Senior official: Israel's air force can topple a country

IAF completes extensive drill, with official revealing it can launch barrage of 3,000 'very smart' 1-ton missiles, downing a state in days.

US, Israel Air Forces Sign Strategic Agreement

Israel and the U.S. have signed an important strategic air force agreement, the Israel Air Force revealed Monday.

Braving Iranian Ire, Saudis Pummel Yemen Air Force

Saudi air strikes against Houthi-controlled Yemeni forces, which began just just three days ago, have had a devastating effect.

Air Force Opens New Track for Hesder Yeshiva Students

For the first time, the Israel Air Force has expressed interest in bringing Hesder Yeshiva students into its ranks.

Air Force 'Second Only to USAF,' Says Its Commander

Major General Amir Eshel says by years' end, the Air Force will soon be four times as effective as it was 2 years ago.

IAF Makes 'Extreme' Decision To Cancel Training Flights

Finance Ministry reportedly 'refused' to keep IAF in the air for training; forces a move generals warn will cause serious harm.

IAF Jets, Choppers Train for UAV Threat

Air Force holds drill against infiltration by fast, sophisticated drones it has not yet encountered.

Arutz Sheva Takes to the Skies in Red Flag Exercise

Reporting for Arutz Sheva, Yissachar Ruas brings some of the excitement of the famed aerial exercises, in photos, video and text.

$5 Million Israeli UAV Crashes in Israel; No Injuries

An Israeli Air Force Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) crashed in central Israel Sunday morning on a test flight. No one was injured.

Israel on Cyber Warpath as Iran Races for A-Bomb

The Israeli Air Force is pioneering new methods in cyber war for gathering intelligence as Iran races ahead towards nuclear capability.

IDF Builds Bridge for Troubled Youth

The IDF worries more than just about training the cream of the crop. A special “Wings” project helps troubled youth find their way.

IAF Takes Troubled Teens on 'Wings'

Israel's Air Force is using aircraft maintenance and gliding to help troubled teens at the Hatzerim Air Base.

Perfect Weather for Tour of Outdoor Negev Air Force Museum

The Sukkot forecast of comfortable weather is a perfect opportunity to tour the open-air Air Force museum near Be’er Sheva.

How To Build an Airport Overnight? Ask the IDF

A special IDF unit, complete with old-fashioned hoes and high-tech equipment, can build an improvised airfield overnight.

IAF Returns to Romania

Israeli aircraft are back in Romanian skies, a year after a fatal helicopter accident killed six airmen.

‘Father of IAF’ Al Schwimmer Dies at 94

Schwimmer, known as the father of the Israel Air Force, was head of the Aerospace Industry for its first 24 years.