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End of the “Desert Falcon” Joint International Exercise

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  • By Israeli Air Force Public Affairs
  • Israeli Air Force Public Affairs

The Desert Falcon joint international exercise concluded this past week. The exercise was held at Uvda Air Force Base in cooperation with Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central). The exercise included the Israeli Air Force's 122d, 119th, and 115th Squadrons, and U.S. Air Force's 55th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron.

During the exercise, Israeli and American aircrews flew wing-to-wing and trained for various aerial scenarios and strikes. The exercise marked a significant step for the strategic cooperation and operational readiness for the IAF and the USAF.

(Article/photos courtesy of the Israeli Air Force).