Three F-35i Adir fighter jets landed at Nevatim Air Base on Sunday, strengthening the capabilities of the Israeli Air Force.
These aircraft were manufactured by Lockheed Martin and bore the official emblem of the Israeli Air Force. The three aircraft that arrived this time were delivered to the 116th Squadron (nicknamed ‘Southern Lion’) and 140th Squadron (‘Golden Eagle’) at Nevatim Air Force Base. With this delivery, Israel is currently operating A total of 48 F-35i Adir fighter jetscame to possess.
Since the outbreak of war, the ‘Adir’ system has been continuously deployed for defensive and strike missions in various operational theaters. The formation of new aircraft is evaluated as another measure to gradually strengthen the operational capabilities of the Israeli Air Force.
Israel also reaffirmed the importance of its strategic and security partnership with the United States, emphasizing their joint commitment to maintaining stability in the Middle East.
F-35i Adir
F-35i Adiris the Israeli version of the F-35 Lightning II, a fifth-generation fighter developed by Lockheed Martin. Adapted to Israel’s specific operational needs, it integrates indigenous avionics, electronic warfare systems, and mission software, providing greater operational autonomy and flexible integration capabilities with indigenous sensors and armament. The name ‘Adir’, which means ‘mighty’ in Hebrew, reflects the strategic role the aircraft plays in the national air combat doctrine.
Equipped with low observability, advanced sensor fusion, and high situational awareness capabilities, the F-35i is designed to operate even in highly hostile environments and can perform air superiority, precision strike, and reconnaissance missions. Operated by the Israeli Air Force, the fighter jet is considered Israel’s core air force and a central element of strategic security cooperation with the United States.
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