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IAF employs Rafael’s weapon systems for precision strikes against Hamas
The Rafael family of standoff very accurate air bombs is being used in huge numbers by the Israeli Air Force (IAF) to attack Hamas targets in Gaza.
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Israeli Air Force F-35 Adir intercepted Houthi cruise missile [VIDEO]
A very close cooperation between an Israeli Air Force (IAF) special mission aircraft and ground radars enabled an F-35 Adir fighter aircraft to intercept a cruise missile.
Israel: IAF uses Hermes 450 drones for precision strikes on Hamas targets
Squadron 161, known as the 'Black Snake,' operates the Elbit Systems Hermes 450 UAV (Zik), one of the unmanned systems armed with various types of munitions.
Israeli Air Force receives the Spark, a new drone for military operations
Earlier this week, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) officially received the new UAV that is defined as a "game changer" in combat.
The ORON Aircraft Nears Final Delivery to the Israeli Air Force (IAF)
Equipped with revolutionary sensors and C4I systems, the ORON will provide the IDF with unprecedented intelligence capabilities.
The Sword of the Israeli Air Force: advanced standoff weapon systems
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) utilizes advanced standoff weapon systems for strikes on Iranian targets in Syria.
IAF intends to acquire more armed drones
The Israeli Air Force (IAF) will acquire more armed UAVs to enhance this critical capability.
Elbit Systems to increase IAF training capability with new simulation solutions
The Israel Ministry of Defense signed an agreement with Elbit Systems to expand the Mission Training Center (MTC) at the Hatzor Air Force Base.