Enhancing Partnerships at Blue Flag 2017
Channel: U.S. Embassy Jerusalem
Date: 2017-11-17

U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Leslie Tsou visited U.S. Air Force personnel and F-16 jet fighters from the 510th Fighter Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, who took part in exercise Blue Flag 2017 at Uvda Air Base in southern Israel November 14, 2017. U.S. Air Force participation in the exercise supports our nation's commitment to Israel's defense and supports Israel's qualitative military edge. The U.S. and Israel's continuing contributions to develop and improve air readiness are significant in maintaining security and building a strong partnership.