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Israeli Air Force to forgo Independence Day flyover for 2nd straight year
Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
IAF T-6 Texan II planes fly over Tel Aviv while performing during an air show as part of Independence Day celebrations on April 26, 2023. (Emanuel Fabian/Times of Israel)
Once again, the Israeli Air Force will not hold its annual Independence Day flyover this year, the military has decided.
The IDF says that the flyby, as well as the Navy’s flotilla in Eilat, will not be held due to the military’s focus on the war.
Four fighter jets will still fly over the Mount Herzl military cemetery as a “salute” during national memorial day.
The IDF made a similar move last year as well.
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