Israel Air Force

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The Israeli Air Force, in Hebrew: 'Heyl Ha'avir', is one of the pillars of Israel's strength. Its feats and accomplishments in wars and other military operations, and its contribution to routine security missions, have brought it international fame. The IAF is a cornerstone of Israel's defensive strategy, providing a defense against aggressive intentions and a solid shield in the event of war.       The Israeli Air Force (IAF) of the 21st century is very different from the one that was created on the eve of the War of Independence. The IAF's beginnings are in the establishment of the Sherut Avir, or Air Service, by a small group of pilots operating a handful of outdated planes. Today's IAF - Heyl Ha'avir - is an experienced, war hardened air force, whose operations in wartime and between the wars, in dogfights and strategic attacks, have earned it a place of honor among the world's air forces.

Combat Squadrons

The 2nd F-15 Squadron F-15 Knights of the North Squadron Mosquito, Vautour, A-4 Skyhawk, F-16 The First Jet Squadron Meteor, Mirage, F-16 The "Negev" Squadron Nesher, Mirage, F-16 The Knights of the Orange Tail   Squadron Meteor, Ouragan, F-4 Phantom The Goring Ram Squadron Stearman Kaydet, A-4 Skyhawk The Mid-land Squadron Kfir

The Hammers Squadron B-17, Catalina, F-4 Phantom, F-15I The Valley Squadron DH Mosquito, Mystere, A-4 Skyhawk, Kfir, F-16 The Scorpion Squadron Spitfire, P-51 Mustang, Super-Mystere, F-4 Phantom, F-16 The Golden Eagle Squadron T-6 Harvard, Skyhawk, F-16 The "One" Squadron F-4 Phantom, Kurnas-2000 The Flying Tiger Squadron Skyhawk The Smashing Parrot Squadron A-4 Skyhawk, Kfir

The Twin Tail Squadron F-15 The First Fighter Squadron Avia S-199, Spitfire, Mustang, Seabee, Mystere, Mirage, Nesher, Kfir, F-16 The Phoenix Squadron Nesher, Kfir, F-16 The Bat Squadron Meteor, Mirage, F-4 Phantom, Kurnas-2000 The Flying Wing Squadron P-51 Mustang, Mystere, A-4 Skyhawk The Flying Dragon Squadron Mosquito, Meteor, Skyhawk The 3rd Spitfire Squadron Spitfire