Israel's new F-35 'Adir' takes to the skies
The new fighter jets, AS-1 class, herald a new age for the Israel Air Force.
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US considers using F-35 fighter jets against ISIS
General explains that US Air Force won't send F-35s to Syria, but they may join F-22 Raptors in attacking ISIS.
Watch: Israel receives its first stealth fighter, the F-35
Israeli Air Force gets F-35, its first 5th generation fighter and first stealth aircraft.
Israel to receive first F-35 fighter jet today
IDF to take possession of the first F-35 exported from the US this afternoon. Arutz Sheva will have live coverage.
IAF general brushes aside worries about F-35
Brig-Gen Tal Kalman says he is confident F-35 will boost IAF's regional advantage, warns of regional arms race.
IAI becoming industry leader; awarded two mega contracts
IAI awarded multimillion dollar contracts from Boeing and Lockheed Martin to build parts for Boeing 777x and Lockheed Martin F-35s.
Israel receives first F-35 'Adir' fighter jet
Defense Ministry celebrates inaugural event with Lockheed Martin as body of first plane is delivered.
Yaalon on the way to U.S. for meetings
Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon will fly to the U.S for a series of meetings. Yaalon will be in the U.S. for three days, his office said.
Israel to Boost F-35 Capabilities After Iran Deal
IAF working to double range for the stealth jet; first planes to arrive in December 2016.
Biden: We'll Deliver New F-35s to Israel in 2015
At an Independence Day celebration, Vice President promises new fighter jets to Israel next year.
First F-35s to Land in December 2016
Lockheed reps visit Israel 20 months ahead of first advanced jets, and bring an F-35 flight demonstrator with them.
American Iranian Spy Could Get Just 5 Years in Prison
Muzafar Khazaee pleaded guilty to trying to smuggle 44 boxes of sensitive documents to Iran - while Pollard jailed for life.
Israel to Buy 14 F-35 Stealth Fighters from US
First deliveries in $2.82 million deal to arrive in 2016; Israeli systems to be integrated into aircraft, injecting millions in economy.
F-35 Stealth Jet's Gun Won't Work Till 2019
The reason Israel cut its purchase? US's jet of the future's gun to be useless for years - and then will be crippled by laughably low ammo.
Israel Cuts F-35 Purchase from 31 to 14 Jets
Intelligence Minister says other jets have much better maneuverability, weapons carrying capabilities.
New Plant for Producing F-35 Aircraft Wings Opened Near Airport
$2.7B deal between Israel, US for F-35 production kicks off; Defense Minister insists it proves a strong bond with US despite arguments.
Pentagon: US to Buy 43 More F-35 Stealth Fighters
$4 billion deal comes on same day as announcement of US sale of F-35 squadron to Israel.
Deal: US to Sell Israel Squadron of F-35 Stealth Jets
$2.7 billion dollar deal to be deducted from US aid funds; deal announced amid high tensions in US-Israel relations.
100th F-35 Celebrated
Lockheed Martin celebrated the production of its 100th F-35 Lightning II. Israel is to be among the first to receive the jet.
Israeli Company to Produce 'Next Generation' F-35 Helmets
Defense Minister congratulates Elbit Systems, after Israeli company selected in project to develop new F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
Defense Minister: F-35 'a Cornerstone' for IAF
Minister Yaalon visits assembly line at Lockheed Martin factory in Texas, gets close look at F-35.
Defense Minister Off to US to Meet Hagel, View F-35
Minister Moshe Yaalon will meet key senators and take a look at the stealth fighter jet that the IAF is to obtain in a few years.
Israel to be First in World with F-35 Fighter Jets
Lockheed Martin Aircraft announces Israel will be the first nation to receive its F-35 stealth fighter jets.
Panetta’s Visit Sealed F-35 War Plane Sale to Israel
The Pentagon approved Israeli electronic warfare equipment for the F-35 stealth fighter jet, whose wings will be built by Israel.
Pentagon, Lockheed Martin Agree on Israeli F-35s
Pentagon, Lockheed Martin agree to enhance electronic warfare equipment on the F-35 jet and integrate Israeli-unique systems.
Turkey Announces Purchase of 100 F-35s
Ankara announced it plans to purchase 100 F-35 joint strike fighters in a move that could erode Israel's regional air superiority.
F-35 Stealth Fighter to Be Based in Negev
The F-35 stealth fighter planes purchased from the US by Israel will be based east of Be’er Sheva, the IDF announces.
US to Sell F-16 to Egypt in Grapel Deal
Egypt came out a big winner in the deal for Ilan Grapel: the US will sell Cairo the F-16 fighter, while Israel frees 25 prisoners.
Hackers Hit Lockheed-Martin, Supplier of F-35 for Israel
Hackers hit Lockheed-Martin, the supplier of F-35 warplanes to Israel. The Pentagon says security was not breached, but data was stolen.
The Search is On: Name that Plane!
The IDF announces that it is seeking the help of the public in finding – not a missing person, but a name for its newest plane.
Deficiencies Found in American F-35 Fighter Jets
The United States Department of Defense has acknowledged deficiencies and technical shortcomings in the coveted F-35 fighter jets.
Barak: 20 Jets Outweigh PM's Political Discomfort
Defense Minister says Obama's offer would give Israel a total of 40 stealth fighters, which it wanted originally but could not afford.
Israel Signs F-35 Agreement
Israel signs agreement to buy F-35 aircraft from the US, future purchases expected.
Final Approval for F-35 Purchase
F-35 purchase from U.S. gets final approval, Netanyahu says deal will “significantly” improve IDF capability.
Israel Moves Forward on F-35 – with Israeli Features
Israel moves forward on F-35 purchase after getting permission to install Israeli features, may build F-35 wings.
DM Barak's F-35 Decision to be Reconsidered
Finance Min. objects to buying radar-evading planes; Netanyahu agrees to reconsider. Deal comes with defense contracts worth more than the planes.
F-35s Might Not Reach Israel in Time to Stop Iran
Defense analysts in Israel raise questions about F-35 warplane's cost, effectiveness, and delivery date, which might not be in time to stop Iran.
Barak Gives Thumbs Up for F-35 Advanced Fighter
Defense Minister approves purchasing the US advanced F-35 Stealth fighter plane that he said will maintain Israel’s aerial superiority.
Israeli Concern Prompts Modification of US-Saudi Deal
US agreement not to sell advanced weapons and aircraft to Saudis may have prompted Israel to buy F-35.
Israel and US Near Deal for F-35 Advanced Fighter Plane
Israel nears a $3 billion deal for the F-35 plane that would give it a significant military advantage, a US official says. Video: F-35 in flight.