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Israel uses Russian MiG-29 fighters for pilot training

Tel Aviv, Israel - An airplane to engage against potential enemies like Syria, Iran and Sudan

The Israeli Air Force is currently using Soviet-designed MiG-29 Fulcrum fighters for pilot training, the country's Channel 2 reported on Thursday. "We have studied them and are using them to practice dog fights. It is a good opportunity to see how effective our Air Force can be in dealing with a possible adversary", an Israeli test pilot told the channel. The MiG-29 is considered to be one...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1104460
Rome, Italy, 05/14/2009 16:34
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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