News for IAF Investigation: Deadly IAF crash caused by previously unknown phenomenonFinal report into crash in which 2 pilots were killed finds plane stalled due to circumstances previously unknown to be dangerous. Air Force trains for surprise war with HezbollahMassive 'Galilee Rose' Air Force training exercise ends after 3 days. IAF practices quick mobilization, attacking thousands of targets a day IAF begins surprise excercise, increasing its presence in northern IsraelSurprise 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 countryAlleged Israeli attack comes hours after anti-aircraft missile was fired at Israeli UAV over Lebanon. IDF blames loss of control for deadly plane crashInvestigative team releases interim findings in crash of training plane which killed 2 IAF pilots. Love is in the air...literallyLieutenant Y describes the delicate balance he needed in order to succeed simultaneously in the pilot's training course and as a newlywed. Watch: Israel Air Force pilots answer web's most searched questionsNew 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 courseAfter 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 retrievalPossibility 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 respondPilots 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 namedMajor, 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 yearsAir Force closes 117th Squadron which has fought in all of Israel's wars since 1953. Commanders, pilots to be reassigned within the corps. Benny Gantz: 'Joint exercise with Germany contributes to IAF's continued 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 GermanyDeployment began with joint German-Israeli flyover above Dachau concentration camp. 5,000 Air Force strikes in the last 5 yearsIAF releases data on the 'war between the wars' to prevent Iran's military entrenchment in Syria, transfer of weapons to terrorists. Defense Minister visits Israeli Air Force: Israel knows to use its capabilities anywhereDM suggests countries of region remember that 'the State of Israel has infinite capacity and we know how to use it.' Near-tragedy during air missionA malfunction almost ended up costing the lives of a crew of IDF soldiers onboard an army helicopter. Supersonic boom causes panic in northern Israel - and a pilot is groundedPilot 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 infrastructureIAF fighter jets and helicopters attack Hamas targets in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel. Former IAF pilot detained during protest outside PM's homeHundreds 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 audiencePilots Course graduation ceremony to be broadcast live with a limited air show. Israel leads virtual international forum of air force commandersParticipants in the forum discussed the knowledge they gained during the coronavirus crisis. Israel Air Force airplanes skywrite their tribute to health workers battling coronavirusIsrael 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 hospitalsFour 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 GazaIsraeli Air Force retaliates amid ongoing rocket attacks on southern Israel. IAF strikes Gaza after 22 rockets firedIsraeli Air Force retaliates after terrorists launch 22 rockets at Israel Sunday. IDF strikes Hamas targets in southern GazaIsraeli aircraft target weapons production site used by Hamas' military wing in retaliation for rocket fire on Netivot. IAF attacks Hamas targets in southern GazaIDF jets attack multiple Hamas targets in southern Gaza, including an underground weapons production site. IDF attacks Hamas targets in southern GazaIDF aircraft and fighter planes attack Hamas targets in southern Gaza in retaliation for rocket and incendiary balloon fire. Three aircraft will be non-operational for two to three monthsFive 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 floodingMajor General Norkin notes incident did not coincide with expectations, stressing importance to research, learn, and apply lessons. IAF official: 'We made a mistake when we didn't evacuate these 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 IsraelIDF foils attempt by terrorist to infiltrate Israel from Gaza. IDF attacks Hamas targets in GazaIDF jets and helicopters strike a number of Hamas terror targets, among them a Hamas military camp. Watch: IDF 'Game of Thrones' excercise in CyprusIAF, Commando Brigade, complete joint operation in Cyprus, commanders praise soldiers' cooperation and personal abilities. Investigation into helicopter fireIAF launches investigation after helicopter catches fire mid-flight, grounds all helicopters of that model.IDF grounds Yasur helicopter fleetIAF grounds entire fleet of Sikorsky CH-53 helicopters after one of them catches fire due to engine malfunction. US Air Force commander visits IsraelIDF Chief of Staff grants award to US Air Force chief, Gen. Goldfein. Watch: Israeli Air Force base's Tetris challengeClean-up day at IAF base used by soldiers to create a record-breaking Tetris challenge. Israel Air Force gearing up for Blue FlagIsrael 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 squadronLt. 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 GazaIDF 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 LebanonLebanese media report that Israel targeted PFLP in Bekaa region, near Syria border.IDF attacks Hamas compound in GazaIDF jets attack office of Hamas commander in retaliation for rocket fire. In addition: Israel to reduce fuel transfers to Gaza.IDF attacks twice in GazaIDF strikes Hamas targets in Gaza in retaliation for rocket attacks on the south.IDF attacks Hamas infrastructuresIsrael Air Force attacks Hamas underground terrorist infrastructures in retaliation for rocket fire on southern Israel. Air Force bombed weapons shipments to Gaza via SinaiIAF has in recent months bombed several trucks with weapons on their way to Gaza from Sinai. IDF attacks Hamas terrorist infrastructureIsraeli warplanes attack underground terrorist infrastructure in southern Gaza in retaliation for rocket fire on Israel.IDF attacks dozens of terrorist targetsIDF fighter planes attack 30 terror targets belonging to Hamas and Islamic Jihad. |
