Monthly Archives: July 2010

Search and Rescue Teams Arrive at Scene of Helicopter Crash, 27 July 2010

Posted on July 27, 2010 by

Romanian search and rescue teams and IDF representatives arrived at the scene of the IAF  ‘Yasur’ (CH-53) helicopter crash and have begun to search the area. No survivors have been found in the area. The search is ongoing.

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Excerpts from IAF Brig. Gen. (Res.) Relik Shafir Briefing on Helicopter Crash, 27 July 2010

Posted on July 27, 2010 by

Today, Brig. Gen. (Res.) Relik Shafir, a retired IAF pilot and former commander of the Tel Nof Airforce Base, gave a briefing on the IAF helicopter crash in Romania which occurred yesterday. The following are excerpts from his briefing: Yesterday, … Continue reading →

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IDF Search and Rescue Delegation Departs for Helicopter Crash Site in Romania

Posted on July 27, 2010 by

An IAF ‘Yasur’ (CH-53) helicopter crashed yesterday during an exercise flight in Romania. On board the helicopter were seven personnel including 6 IDF soldiers- four pilots, two aerial mechanics and a Romanian Air Force member. Approximately 80 IDF delegates were … Continue reading →

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Names of the 6 Missing Israeli Personnel on IAF Helicopter, 27 July 2010

Posted on July 27, 2010 by

The following are the names of the six missing personnel who were on the IAF helicopter that crashed in Romania: Lt. Col (Res.) Avner Goldman (48), Modi’in Lt. Col. Daniel Shipenbauer (43), Kidron Maj. Yahel Keshet (33), Hatzerim Maj. Lior … Continue reading →

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IAF Helicopter Crashes During Exercise in Romania, 26 July 2010

Posted on July 26, 2010 by

An IAF ‘Yasur’ (CH-53) helicopter has crashed earlier today during an exercise flight in Romania. On board the helicopter were seven personnel- four pilots, two aerial mechanics and a Romanian Air Force member. Extensive searches are currently taking place on … Continue reading →

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