Two-woman team flew IAF jet for first time ever during Iran strikes

The pairing of a female pilot and navigator on this particular flight was not pre-determined, IAF noted.

A female air force crew member preparing to strike Iran, June 2025.

A female air force crew member preparing to strike Iran, June 2025.

(photo credit: IDF Spokesperson's Unit via Maariv)

JUNE 29, 2025 18:07

Updated: JUNE 30, 2025 10:15

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