Israel Air Force – The Defense Post

May- 2026 -

15 May

Israel Moves to Extend F-35I Range With New External Fuel Tanks

Israel has contracted Elbit Systems subsidiary Cyclone to develop external fuel tanks for the Israeli Air Force’s F-35I jets.

Mar- 2026 -

10 March

Air

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

Israel Shows Off F-16 Jets in Heavy Deep-Strike Configuration

The Israeli Air Force’s F-16I Sufa fighter jets have been spotted in a heavy strike configuration, highlighting a setup designed for long-range deep-strike missions.

Sep- 2025 -

8 September

Air

Ethan M. Encarnacion

Robotican Arms ‘Rolling’ Drone With Warhead for Stealth Indoor Strikes

Robotican introduced an upgrade to its ROOSTER hybrid drone, giving it precision-guided strike capabilities for indoor and urban operations.

Jan- 2025 -

28 January

Air

Israeli Air Force F-16I Soufa fighter jet.

Christine Casimiro

Israeli Fighting Falcons to Receive Elbit Protection Suite

Elbit Systems has secured an $80-million contract to develop and install an advanced airborne self-protection suite on Israel's F-16I fleet.

Nov- 2024 -

10 November

Commentary

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a Likud party rally

Lawrence Solomon

Netanyahu’s Diplomacy With Putin Ensured IDF’s Successful Attack on Iran

Netanyahu's diplomacy with Putin has effectively prevented Russia from arming Iran with advanced defense systems, ensuring Israel's strategic advantage.

Jun- 2024 -

5 June

Air

Staff Writer With AFP

Israel Says Signs $3B Deal With US for 25 F-35 Fighter Jets

Israel said it signed a $3-billion deal to buy a third squadron of 25 advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets manufactured by Lockheed Martin, with the delivery to commence in 2028.

Aug- 2023 -

31 August

Air

Joe Saballa

Israel Begins Tests of ‘Most Advanced Spy Plane’

The Israeli Ministry of Defense has announced the start of test flights for its “most advanced” surveillance aircraft, the Oron.

Jul- 2023 -

22 July

Middle East

An Israeli F-35 fighter jet performs in an air show

Staff Writer With AFP

Israel Military Reservists Threaten Over Judicial Revamp

Over 1,100 Israeli air force reservists threatened to suspend volunteer service ahead of final votes on a bill that aims to overhaul Israel's judiciary.

Jun- 2022 -

9 June

Air