122 Squadron (Israel)
The 122 Squadron of the Israeli Air Force, also known as the Nahshon Squadron (former Dakota Squadron), is a G550 squadron based at Nevatim Airbase.[1]
The Squadron has five G550 (G550 "Nahshon-Eitam" and G500 "Nahshon-Shavit") with two aircraft are used for Airborne early warning and control (CAEW or Conformal Airborne Early Warning) and three are used for Signals intelligence (SEMA or Special Electronic Missions Aircraft).[2]
The Squardron formerly operated Douglas DC-3 aircraft until 2000.
References
- ↑ "122 Squadron - The Dakota". Globalsecurity.org. Archived from the original on 18 January 2009. Retrieved 2008-12-14.
- ↑ Israeli air force showcases G550 surveillance fleet
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