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The American manufactured F-4 Phantom II was used by the Israelis in air-to-ground missions, as an attack aircraft, and air-to-air missions as a fighter. Despite performing both roles with equal success the Israeli reliance on the Mirage III and Nesher delta fighters meant that the F-4 was used most regularly in its air-to-ground role. The kill total of the Israeli F-4 community was, consequently, a modest 116.5; significantly lower than that of other Israeli aircraft types in service between 1969 and 1982. A handful of aces were, nevertheless, created and, using first hand accounts, this unique book tells their stories. Many F-4 pilots had previously flown the Mirage III but most of the navigators were either inexperienced flying school graduates or had been transferred from transport aircraft. The decision to create such teams may have appeared an odd one and it certainly led to a number of interesting experiences but proved, ultimately, to be so successful that by 2010 the Israeli air force will have more two-seat combat aircraft than single-seat fighters. The F-4 experience was, therefore, crucial to moulding the future of the Israeli air force.

Since 1947, Arab-Israeli conflicts have torn the Middle-East asunder. Tracing the development of hostilities in the Middle East, this book covers the period from the establishment of the first proper Israeli Air Force to the Israeli invasion of Lebanon and beyond. číst celé

Israeli delta fighters pilots have been credited with almost 300 kills between 1966 and 1974, and dozens of them became aces. The Israeli aerial kill exchange rate and overall air-to-air performance was phenomenal. Although the Israeli pilots were flying Mach 2 fighters, they lacked any modern radar equipment and their MiG-21 flying opponents should have had a performance edge over them. This book details their most signifcant engagements, many of which were essentially World War 2 style dogfights fought with jet aircraft. Because neither side had the combat edge to disengage at will most engagements were a life and death struggle and the introduction of air-to-air missiles and the Israeli Nesher was to prove decisive in this theatre.

The book chronicles the history of the Israeli Air Force's 69 Squadron, known as the Hammers, highlighting their role as a long-range bombing unit across six wars. It details their evolution from the B-17 Flying Fortress and PBY Catalina to the F-4 Phantom and F-15I Thunder, including significant missions such as the bombardment of Cairo in 1948 and key operations during the Yom Kippur and Lebanon Wars. Unique insights into the squadron's aircraft, operations, and personnel provide a comprehensive look at their impact on Israeli air power.

The book delves into the operational history of the Dassault Mystere IVA combat aircraft within the Israeli Air Force from 1956 to 1968. Initially serving as a premier interceptor in two squadrons, its role evolved from air-to-air combat to air-to-ground missions as newer aircraft were introduced. The transition highlights the strategic shifts in the Israeli Air Force's capabilities and the Mystere's eventual phase-out, marking a significant period in military aviation history.

Focusing on the intense operations of the Israeli Air Force during the October 1973 Yom Kippur War, this book provides an in-depth look at the F-4 Phantom/Kurnass squadrons. It details their extensive missions, including over 3,000 sorties, and highlights the challenges faced, with more than 80 enemy kills and 30 aircraft losses. The narrative captures the experiences of individual crew members, making it essential reading for enthusiasts of military aviation and modern warfare history.

The story of the hardest-fought air war of the jet era, where highly trained Israeli air forces almost met their match against Egypt and Syria's high-tech MiGs and missiles.The Yom Kippur War, or October War of 1973 was perhaps the most intensive and savage air war in history. It pitted more than 300 Israeli combat aircraft – including modern US-built Phantoms and Skyhawks – against nearly 1,000 advanced Soviet-built jets from Egypt, Iraq, Libya, and Syria. During a war lasting just 19 days, each side flew an average of more than 1,000 sorties per day, and both sides lost around one-third of their aircraft.Veteran Middle East aviation historian Shlomo Aloni explains how, in contrast to the striking success of the Six-Day War, Israel's prewar plans failed in 1973. Since the Six-Day War, Israel had modernized its air force and planned in detail for this air war. But the IDF underestimated the effectiveness of the latest Soviet air defense technology and doctrine, particularly the new SA-6 missile system.With archive photos, spectacular combat artwork, 3D diagrams, and maps, this book unravels the complexities of one of the fiercest air wars of modern times, and explains how Israel's eventual victory was achieved against the odds and at a grave cost.