The 161 Squadron of the Israeli Air Force, also known as the Black Snake Squadron, operates Elbit Hermes 450 UAVs. It is based at Palmachim airbase.
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Active | 1980 - Today |
Country | Israel |
Branch | Israeli Air Force |
Garrison/HQ | Palmahim airbase |
Nickname(s) | Black Snake |
It was previously an MD 500 Defender and then an AH-1E/F Cobra helicopter squadron under the name Southern Cobra Squadron.
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