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IAF jets nearly collide at Ramat David base – Israel News

Online Niel October 28, 2024

Two Israel Air Force Jet planes nearly collided with each other earlier this week at Ramat David Air Base, Channel 12 reported Monday, adding that no injuries were reported in the incident.

The incident occurred as an F16 was preparing to take off for an operational strike Lebanon and received an erroneous advisory from the control tower, according to the minutes.

After receiving the green light, the plane began to taxi for takeoff, at which point the pilot noticed an additional plane ahead of him and was able to slow down and divert the plane from its course.

The IDF is investigating the incident

Channel 12 noted that the Air Force is investigating the incident.

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“In the incident, a collision between two fighter jets was avoided during take-off due to an incorrect take-off clearance given by the control tower while another aircraft was on the runway.” IDF was quoted by Channel 12 as responding to the incident.

Israeli Air Force technicians work on an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Ramat David Air Base, northern Israel, January 14, 2024. (Credit: David Cohen/Flash90)

“Crews responded quickly and professionally, preventing a serious safety incident. The incident will be investigated; there is no property damage and no injuries,” the IDF further commented.