2024-04-15 16:56:19
Following Iran‘s drone and missile attacks, the IDF has released footage showing F-35I Adir fighter jets returning to Nevatim Air Base after successfully intercepting hostile airstrikes targeting Israel.
“We have taken over 99 percent. threats directed towards Israeli territory,” said IDF spokesman Brigadier General Daniel Hagari. “This is a great strategic achievement – we have countered approximately 170 drones launched by Iran, and have not managed to penetrate Israeli territory once.”
F-35I fighter jets with F-15 fighter jets were deployed not only to repel airstrikes, but also carried out pre-emptive strikes against military facilities belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the Khiam and Kafr Kila regions of Lebanon.
The F-35I variant for the Israeli Air Force incorporates Israeli-developed systems, enhancing its capabilities to meet the region’s unique operational requirements. The F-35I began to be delivered in 2016. in June, it was given to Israel as military aid.
Israel’s current procurement plans include up to 2024. purchase of 50 F-35I aircraft, with an additional 25 fifth-generation fighter orders possible in the future.
These advanced aircraft play a critical role in Israel’s defense strategy, ensuring its ability to respond effectively to evolving security challenges and maintain air superiority in the region, according to the Defense Blog.
2024-04-15 16:56:19