Iraqi L-159s in combat

This November marks the second anniversary of the Aero Vodochody L-159 Advanced Light Combat Aircraft’s (ALCA’s) arrival in Iraq. Since then, the Czech-built fighter has proven its qualities to the Iraqi Air Force (IQAF) during a time of great need, as Alan Warnes discovers. INTEL REPORT The IQAF’s first L-159 combat mission took place on June 12, 2016 when two jets each loaded with two Mk82 bombs attacked IS targets. All four weapons were delivered successfully. This jet is taxiing