The Israeli Air Force released footage this week confirming a precision airstrike on five Iranian AH-1 attack helicopters stationed at Kermanshah Air Base in western Iran.
+ Video shows attack on Iranian AH-1 helicopters
According to the Israeli Ministry of Defense, the operation was launched on Monday morning as a preemptive action to neutralize a direct threat to Israeli aircraft operating over Iranian territory.
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An official statement noted that the targeted AH-1 helicopters were intended to intercept Israeli fighter jets and drones conducting missions over Iran. The strike was carried out before the helicopters could take off, using high-precision guided munitions.
Iran’s AH-1 helicopters are remnants of deliveries made by the United States prior to the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Over the decades, Iran has developed upgraded versions domestically — Toufan I and II — incorporating local avionics and weaponry to maintain the platform’s combat capabilities.
Originally designed for anti-armor and close air support missions, the AH-1 remains a significant threat to Israeli strike aircraft flying at medium altitudes or hovering over strategic targets.
The action is part of broader Israeli operations aimed at establishing and maintaining air superiority over western Iran and areas surrounding Tehran. F-35s, F-15s, and IDF drones have conducted coordinated strikes on radars, missile launchers, and Iranian air defense positions.
Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari stated:
“We will continue to strike wherever we choose to strike in Iran.”
He added that Israeli forces are currently operating on seven different fronts and remain committed to dismantling threats across the region.
Source and images: Telegram @idf_telegram | Israeli Ministry of Defense. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
