Tel Nof Airbase, Military airbase in Rehovot, Israel
Tel Nof is a military airbase near Rehovot with multiple parallel runways and extensive hangars for aircraft maintenance and operations. The facility spans a large area designed to handle various types of military aircraft and support infrastructure.
The base was originally built in 1939 as RAF Aqir during the British Mandate period. It received its present name in 1950 following Israeli independence.
The base houses the Israeli Air Force Flight Training Center, contributing to the development of military aviation expertise in the country.
The base is an active military facility with constant flight operations throughout the day. Access is restricted to authorized personnel, and advance permission is typically required for visits.
The base became the first location outside the United States to operate F-15 Eagle fighter aircraft when Israel received them in 1976. This marked an important moment in the development of Israel's air defense capabilities.
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