The Israeli Air Force wraps up a drill that took place over Romania’s skies during the past 10 days.
The exercise, dubbed Blue Sky, was aimed at training the IAF’s C-130 and C-130J heavy transport aircraft for flights in unfamiliar enemy territory at low altitudes, the military says.
“We met the objectives of the exercise, which centered on safe, professional, and accurate training, while flying over high terrain, in dynamic weather, in operational flight designations, and in unfamiliar territory,” says the commander of the IAF’s 131st Squadron, identified only as Lt. Col. G.
“This training drill constitutes a great addition to the IDF’s extensive training schedule and contributes to the operational readiness for all relevant theaters,” he adds.
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