Israel eyes more Apache upgrades and V-22 assessment
A source told Flight International that an Israeli Air Force test pilot will soon fly the V-22 Osprey at a Marine Corps base.
The job assignment is part of an ongoing evaluation of the V-22 by Israel.
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IAF has eye on combo plane & chopper
Israel's military attaché to Washington, Maj. Gen. Benny Gantz, went to the V-22 factory a few weeks ago as Israel continues to show interest in the aircraft.
Israel is keen to replace its CH-53 transport helicopters with the V-22 as the latter is ideal for inserting and extracting special forces behind enemy lines.
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Israel confirms interest in Bell Boeing V-22 tiltrotor
Israeli sources say the V-22 is considered the closest available replacement for the nation's Sikorsky CH-53 transport helicopters, Flight International has found out.
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IAF interested in new F-15I squadron and V-22
The Jerusalem Post reported that BG Amir Eshel, deputy IAF commander, visited Boeing headquarters in March on the possible procurement of another squadron of F-15I with enhanced long-range capabilities.
The Eagles are expected to fill a gap that might be created due to possible delays in production of the F-35.
Boeing is expected to get back to the IAF on how to modify the F-15 to increase its range.
Boeing's V-22 has also attracted the interest from Israel which might use the aircraft for search and rescue teams and possibly for special ground forces.
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Israel considers V-22 acquisition
The Israel Air Force is seriously considering getting the V-22 Osprey for its needs. It is sending its Chief of Air Directorate for Helicopters, Brigadier General 'Tamir', to fly the aircraft.
It wants the use the plane for special forces missions as well as search and rescue.
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