The Columbian Air Force has received the first batch of upgraded Kfir fighter jets from Israel Aerospace Industries.

The delivery is a part of a deal worth more than $150m to upgrade the Columbian Air Force’s existing Kfir jets and to supply additional units.

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The fighter jets have been upgraded with new technologies to increase their capabilities and provide longer operational service to the air force.

The Kfir, a multirole, all-weather combat jet has high carrying capabilities of air-to-air and air-to-ground munitions.

Sri Lanka and Ecuador also deploy the Kfir in their air force operations.

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