The Israeli Air Force on Sunday unveiled a new squadron aimed at consolidating its special forces units under a single apparatus.
"Wing 7," as it is dubbed, was formed "to meet operational needs and the dynamic nature of threats in the various theaters," the military said.
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The move further aims "to increase the operational effectiveness of the units. Wing 7 will function as a complementary and unique component to other IAF activities, providing special depth in routine and emergency operations."
In what represents a "conceptual change" for IAF tactics, the new squadron is said to bring together various units, including the Shaldag special forces, Unit 669, the corps' search, rescue and extraction force, and the Forward Landing Unit, a dedicated intelligence, the military said.
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"We are experiencing an era of regional change and the battlefield is becoming more complex every day," said IAF Commander Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin. "This is a change that requires us to adapt our methodology so we can be better prepared for future challenges."
i24NEWS contributed to this report.
