1997 Israeli helicopter disaster monument, Memorial to the 1997 helicopter disaster in Upper Galilee, Israel

The memorial for the 73 victims of the February 4, 1997 helicopter disaster stands beside Nahal Dan near Kibbutz Dafna, at the crash site. Its plan follows the shape of a helicopter: a round water basin in the centre holds the victims' names, water spills over its sides, and paths lead out to an outer circular walk lined with 73 human-height limestone stones. A main path runs south along a water channel to a pool at the entrance, ending at a limestone rock shaped like the helicopter's tail.

Two Israeli military helicopters collided on February 4, 1997, during a mission, killing all 73 people aboard both aircraft. The memorial was built to preserve the memory of this event for future generations.

The memorial is maintained by the Association for Commemorating the Victims of the Helicopter Disaster, chaired by Raya Apner, whose son Avi died in the crash. The site hosts memorial ceremonies, choir concerts and lectures, and the 73 stones bear the names of those killed.

The site is located near Kibbutz Dafna with parking available and information panels throughout to help visitors understand the story. Both individuals and organized groups can visit comfortably, though facilities are modest and suited for open-air visits.

The memorial was designed with architect Shlomit Shlomo, garden designers Haim Cohen and Gilad Sharon, and sculptors Rami Feldstein, Sidor Cohen and Gershon Heiman, with help from sculptor Dani Karavan. Businessman Arcadi Gaydamak funded about half the construction cost, and the site is maintained by an association chaired by Raya Apner, whose son Avi died in the crash.