Between Ramon and Tehran: An interview with F-16 squadron commanders preparing for escalation

An interview with the commander of the "Bat" F-16I squadron at Ramon Air Base, which is preparing for escalation against Iran. The commander, who led strikes in Tehran, makes clear that the squadron is on alert for any scenario. The article reviews operational readiness, the squadron's 70th anniversary celebrations, and coping with the October 7 failure.

In an i24NEWS report, Michal Rabinovich speaks with commanders of the "Bat" F-16I squadron at Ramon Air Base, which is preparing for multi-front escalation against Iran. The squadron commander, Lt. Col. G., who led the first strikes on Tehran in April 2026, clarifies that the enemy is deterred but the squadron is ready for any scenario. The article describes the precision and synchronization required for flights into enemy territory, and mentions the squadron's 70th anniversary celebrations that connected veterans of the Yom Kippur War with current commanders. Alongside unit pride, the commanders grapple with the October 7 failure and emphasize the air force's ability to quickly repair and adapt. They conclude with a message of national unity.