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News and updates about Israel Air Force

During the siren:

Miriam Dickshtein salutes besides her fallen husband's grave

Miriam, an officer in the Air Force and widow of Lieutenant Ivri Dickshtein, who fell in battle in Lebanon, saluted beside her husband’s grave during the minute of silence.

Miriam Dickshtein salutes besides her fallen husband's grave

Attacks in Iran:

IDF destroys Iranian mobile command centers

Israeli Air Force completes widespread wave of strikes in Tehran, targeting command centers that relocated to mobile units after permanent facilities were destroyed.

IDF destroys Iranian mobile command centers

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IDF strikes Hezbollah headquarters hidden in broadcasting station

Israel Air Force struck a Hezbollah headquarters hidden inside the 'Noor' radio station complex.

IDF strikes Hezbollah headquarters hidden in broadcasting station

Air Force Investigation: Why did the interception fail?

The IAF emphasized that the failure was not due to human error or a technical malfunction. On the same night, two other “Qadr" missiles were successfully intercepted.

Air Force Investigation: Why did the interception fail?

Israel Air Force Commander:

'I am proud of you. This is a historic mission'

Israel Air Force commander praises Adir jet pilot after the unprecedented and historic shootdown of an Iranian fighter jet over Tehran.

'I am proud of you. This is a historic mission'

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Israel Air Force conducts overnight strikes in Iran

Dozens of Israel Air Force fighter jets attack and complete another wave of strikes to destroy Iran's missile and defense systems.

Israel Air Force conducts overnight strikes in Iran

Inseparable friends:

From a swimming pool in the Jezreel Valley to attacking Iran

Pilot Brig. Gen. (res.) A and flight inspector Lt. Col. (res.) R. speak of their friendship that started at age 13 in the Jezreel Valley and continued through three decades of shared military services.

From a swimming pool in the Jezreel Valley to attacking Iran

IAF conducts joint exercise with Hellenic Air Force

The two air forces conducted aerial refueling drills involving dozens of Greek fighter jets

IAF conducts joint exercise with Hellenic Air Force

10/7 report disclosed:

The document the Air Force didn’t want you to see

An internal investigation conducted after October 7th reveals how early warnings of Hamas activity in Gaza were ignored or downplayed as top Air Force officers remained unaware - and one crucial figure slept through the night.

The document the Air Force didn’t want you to see

Israeli Air Force intercepted 10 UAVs from Yemen in past week

IDF reports 'Clear, direct hit, target down': The Israeli Air Force intercepted ten UAVs launched from Yemen in the past week

Israeli Air Force intercepted 10 UAVs from Yemen in past week

What embargo?

Germany approves Rafael’s Litening 5 pods for Eurofighter upgrade

Germany approves 358M Euro purchase of 90 Litening 5 targeting pods, enhancing Germany’s defense cooperation with Israeli Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.

Germany approves Rafael’s Litening 5 pods for Eurofighter upgrade

IAF crew members on Yemen strike: 'A privilege to defend Israel'

IAF personnel describe the teamwork and preparation for the long-range strike on Houthi targets in Yemen, emphasizing 'Wherever the enemy runs, we'll get them.'

IAF crew members on Yemen strike: 'A privilege to defend Israel'

Prepping for Rising Lion:

IDF releases footage of Air Force chief briefing commanders

IDF releases footage of Air Force chief briefing commanders ahead of Operation Rising Lion, 'What will bring about our victory? It’s only one thing—superiority, superiority, and once again, superiority.'

IDF releases footage of Air Force chief briefing commanders

Footage from Western Iran:

Air Force completes round of strikes on launch sites

The Air Force attacked several surface-to-air missile launch sites and radars located in western Iran this morning.

Air Force completes round of strikes on launch sites

Where was the Air Force on October 7?

The IAF commander commander was not updated at all on the nightly situational assessment – ​​and only realized the magnitude of the incident three hours after the Hamas invasion.

Where was the Air Force on October 7?

Combat helicopter pilot:

'We're here until the last hostage comes home'

'I had the privilege of bringing home the hostages we have been waiting so long for and I am here until the last hostage returns,' says Squadron 118 helicopter pilot Captain S.

'We're here until the last hostage comes home'

Air Force Commander in Gaza:

Operating wing-to-shoulder with the brave soldiers on the ground

Air Force commander speaks to soldiers in Gaza: 'For over a year, all Israeli Air Force units have been operating wing-to-shoulder with the brave soldiers on the ground.'

Operating wing-to-shoulder with the brave soldiers on the ground

The farewell letter Major Assaf left for his mother

Body of Assaf, an Air Force former combat navigator, was found in a field near Atlit, next to his personal gun. His mother said he suffered from PTSD.

The farewell letter Major Assaf left for his mother

'Prepared for any scenario'

Netanyahu's message from northern Israel

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Ramat David Air Force Base in northern Israel and received a comprehensive briefing on the readiness of the Air Force in all sectors, but especially the north.

Netanyahu's message from northern Israel

IDF's long arm:

Air Force practices aerial refueling of fighter jets

Air Force practices aerial refueling of fighter jets in Israel's airspace.

Air Force practices aerial refueling of fighter jets

IAF commander:

'There is nowhere that is too far for us to strike'

Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, speaks at graduation ceremony for UAV operators: We will act against anyone planning to harm the citizens of the State of Israel.

'There is nowhere that is too far for us to strike'

1st time since 10/7:

Senior IAF officer says readiness was harmed by refusals to serve

Commander of Air Control and Flight School says reservists who refused to report for training to protest judicial reforms before October 7 were unprepared after the massacre.

Senior IAF officer says readiness was harmed by refusals to serve

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First UAV squadron that identified Hamas terrorists on October 7

New documentation disclosed by Israel Air Force's UAV squadron sent to the Gaza Strip reveals the immense number of terrorists that infiltrated Israel on the day of the massacre.

First UAV squadron that identified Hamas terrorists on October 7

Patriot system ends its service in the Israel Air Force

The Patriot weapon system, which has intercepted 19 targets, 9 of them in the current war, from 2014 to today, is now being replaced by a more advanced technological system.

Patriot system ends its service in the Israel Air Force

Dozens of interceptions in minutes: How Iran's attack was handled

IDF releases details of the management of the defense of the country during Iran's drone and missile attack Saturday night.

Dozens of interceptions in minutes: How Iran's attack was handled

Chief of Staff:

“We are very clear - no stone will remain unturned”

Chief of the General Staff: “The start was very difficult. It was very hard to even imagine such a difficult start. But we persevered, albeit at a very high cost, and we regained our composure and gained the strength to launch a very high-quality and powerful offensive, and we will forcefully continue with it until we achieve all our objectives in this war.

“We are very clear - no stone will remain unturned”

Gallant:

'Smoke will cover Gaza until we achieve our goals'

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant takes part in flight over Gaza, sees up close the attacks against Hamas targets.

'Smoke will cover Gaza until we achieve our goals'

Squadron 107 officer:

'Huge pride, protecting our home and country'

Major M., technical officer in Squadron 107, talks about the significant preparatory work before the Air Force planes strike Hamas.

'Huge pride, protecting our home and country'

Gallant:

'Hamas members have 2 options, unconditional surrender or death'

Defense Minister meets Air Force pilots and crew at Nevatim base, says 'every missile has an address.'

'Hamas members have 2 options, unconditional surrender or death'

Israel Air Force commander:

'The Air Force will not be the same'

Air Force Commander Tomer Bar: The damage to competence is limited but is deepening.

'The Air Force will not be the same'

IDF condemns video showing pilots refusing to help soldiers

Minister Miki Zohar deletes video showing air force pilots demanding to know political opinions of soldier begging for aid during battle.

IDF condemns video showing pilots refusing to help soldiers

4 air force pilots refuse to report for duty

Refusals follow passage of limitation of reasonableness standard in first reading.

4 air force pilots refuse to report for duty

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Hamas launches missiles at Israel Air Force planes

Hamas' military arm releases video documenting firing of anti-aircraft missiles at Israel Air Force planes.

Hamas launches missiles at Israel Air Force planes

Judicial Reform Protest:

200 IAF pilots refuse to show up for reserve duty

Some 200 Israel Air Force reserve pilots inform IAF commander they will not be taking part in reserve duty in protest of judicial reform.

200 IAF pilots refuse to show up for reserve duty

Elite reserve pilots will report to base tomorrow

37 pilots to come to base as scheduled for discussions with commanders after saying they would skip training to protest judicial reforms.

Elite reserve pilots will report to base tomorrow

Hesder rabbi:

'Pilots who refuse to show up for training should leave the IDF'

Rabbi Baruch Ganut, former deputy commander of the IAF F-15 squadron's refusal to report for duty in protest against judicial reforms.

'Pilots who refuse to show up for training should leave the IDF'

37 elite reserve pilots refuse to show up for training

Over 90% of elite 69th "Hammers" Squadron announce they will protest judicial reforms rather than return to base for scheduled training.

37 elite reserve pilots refuse to show up for training

Ex-Chief of Israel Air Force

'Social unity, not just by military prowess is key to our power'

Heartwarming glimpse of the IAF pilots who visited the Shalva National Center in Jerusalem to work with children with disabilities.

'Social unity, not just by military prowess is key to our power'

Israel Air Force expands fighter jet training center

IAF to get new hi-tech flight training simulators for F-15 and F-16 pilots at Hatzor Air Force Base.

Israel Air Force expands fighter jet training center

As Iran nuclear talks continues, Israel buys 4 refueling tankers

Israel's air force to acquire four refueling aircraft, extending the operational range of warplanes for long-range strategic strikes.

As Iran nuclear talks continues, Israel buys 4 refueling tankers

After 17 years:

144th UAV Squadron Reopened at Hatzor Air Force Base

Squadron closed in 2005 renewed, will operate the new 'Spark' UAV.

144th UAV Squadron Reopened at Hatzor Air Force Base

Israeli and Greek air forces hold joint exercise over Israel

Greek and Israeli air forces simulate air-to-air combat and airborne refueling scenarios during joint exercise.

Israeli and Greek air forces hold joint exercise over Israel

IAF takes part in “Iniohos” joint exercise in Greece

IAF trains with air forces from US, Greece, France, Italy, Canada, Cyprus and Slovenia.

IAF takes part in “Iniohos” joint exercise in Greece

'Desert Falcon' international air force exercise ends

This week concluded an important milestone where U.S Air Force and the Israel Air Force practiced tackling attack strategies together.

'Desert Falcon' international air force exercise ends

'Significant milestones'

US will sell Israel 12 new helicopters, two tankers

Israel's Defense Min. signs an agreement with US gov't to acquire 12 Lockheed Martin CH-53K helicopters, 2 Boeing KC-46 refueling aircraft.

US will sell Israel 12 new helicopters, two tankers

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.

Watch: Israeli F-15s escort American bomber

Air Force resumes training to attack Iran nuclear sites

After 2 years, IAF resumes exercises in preparation for possible attack on Iranian nuclear program.

Air Force resumes training to attack Iran nuclear sites

IAF, US defense officials meet to plan air defense cooperation

Top Israel Air Force officials met with US air defense officers in bid to bolster cooperation and combat readiness.

IAF, US defense officials meet to plan air defense cooperation

US Air Force pilots will train on Israeli F-16s

Israel has sold 29 surplus F-16 aircraft which will be employed as Adversary Aircraft for US Air Force training.

US Air Force pilots will train on Israeli F-16s

IAF Commander opposes US sale of F-35 to UAE

Air Force commander says a situation in which more advanced aircraft are moving in the region is less ideal for Israel.

IAF Commander opposes US sale of F-35 to UAE

IAF planes attack Gaza Hamas targets in response to rocket fire

IDF Spokesman announces during attack on Saturday, weapons production site, underground infrastructure, military position damaged.

IAF planes attack Gaza Hamas targets in response to rocket fire

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.

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

In symbolic first, Israeli fighter pilots train in Germany

Israeli Air Force F-16s to fly over Munich, Dachau concentration camp during joint military exercises in Germany.

In symbolic first, Israeli fighter pilots train in Germany

Israeli fighter planes to head to Germany for 1st joint exercise

Israeli Air Force to carry out joint exercises with the Luftwaffe for the first time ever, including visit to Dachau concentration camp.

Israeli fighter planes to head to Germany for 1st joint exercise

Watch: The new wing of the Israeli Air Force

IDF establishes new wing in Israel Air Force, bringing together special ops units including the Shaldag Unit and Unit 669.

Watch: The new wing of the Israeli Air Force

Holocaust survivor never thought she’d see this

The unbelievable moment Holocaust survivor Lila sees her grandson flying over her home in Israel!

Holocaust survivor never thought she’d see this

'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.

'We made a mistake not evacuating Air Force bases'

IDF fighter jets damaged in winter flooding

Israeli Air Force fighter jets damaged after hangars flooded during winter storms. Damage could cost millions to repair.

IDF fighter jets damaged in winter flooding

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.

Israel Air Force gearing up for Blue Flag

Plane accidentally fired missile at Syria

Pilot accused of recklessness for launching missile at suspicious target without identifying target first.

Plane accidentally fired missile at Syria