View cart “A farewell ceremony and flypast marked the retirement of the “Ayit” (Skyhawk) after 48 years of service. Held at Hatzerim Airbase—home to the “Flying Tiger” Squadron (Squadron 102), the last unit to operate the aircraft—the event signaled the end of the era for the plane that had ushered in the American age of Israeli Air Force aircraft. Three Major Generals—Air Force Commander Maj. Gen. Amir Eshel, Head of the Planning Directorate Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin, and Head of the Manpower Directorate Maj. Gen. Hagai Topolanski—boarded the veteran aircraft for a final ceremonial flight. They were joined by past and present “Ayit” squadron commanders, flying over Israel and various Air Force bases.” has been added to your cart.