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.
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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.
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 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.
Defense Minister visits Israeli Air Force: Israel knows 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 - and a pilot is grounded
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 outside PM's home
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 virtual international forum of air force commanders
Participants in the forum discussed the knowledge they gained during the coronavirus crisis.
Israel Air Force airplanes skywrite their tribute to health workers battling coronavirus
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.
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.
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 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.
