Israeli Air Force Operations in 1979

In 1979, during the Cold War, the Soviet Union armed Middle Eastern countries like Syria and Egypt with advanced weapons, including the Mig fighter jets. In response, Israel sought support from the US and acquired 25 new American F-15 jets. On June 27th, 1979, a surprise attack by four Syrian Mig 21s was detected by Israeli forces. Brigadier General Mosha Melnick, an experienced Israeli Air Force pilot, engaged in combat using the F-15 for the first time. Despite initial challenges, Melnick successfully used the Python 3 missile, demonstrating its effectiveness and securing a victory over the Syrian Migs.

In 1979, which countries did the Soviet Union arm with advanced weapons?

• Syria and Egypt

• Israel and Jordan

• Lebanon and Turkey

• Iran and Iraq

What prompted Israel to seek support from the United States in 1979?

• Economic crisis

• Natural disaster

• Political instability

• Growing Soviet threat

How many new American jets did Israel operate by June 27, 1979?

• 30

• 25

• 20

• 15

What type of aircraft did the Syrian forces use in their surprise attack?

• B-52s

• Mig 21s

• Su-27s

• F-16s

Who was the Israeli Air Force pilot in the cockpit during the 1979 attack?

• Colonel Avi Cohen

• Captain Yossi Ben

• Brigadier General Moshe Melnick

• Major David Levi

What was the outcome of Melnick's first missile launch?

• It malfunctioned

• It missed

• It hit the target

• It was not launched

What is the name of the missile specifically designed for the Israeli F-15s?

• Viper 2

• Python 3

• Falcon 4

• Cobra 1

What does the Hebrew abbreviation 'H' stand for in relation to the Python 3 missile?

• God is Great

• God is with Us

• God Forbid

• God's Will

What was demonstrated by the Israeli F-15s in the 1979 combat?

• Their lethal capabilities

• Their endurance

• Their speed

• Their stealth

Who became the first pilot to show the world the lethal qualities of the F-15?

• Brigadier General Moshe Melnick

• Colonel Avi Cohen

• Major David Levi

• Captain Yossi Ben