| 190 Squadron | |
|---|---|
 Magic Touch Squadron | |
| Active | 1979–1995 -MD 500 Defender 2005–present -AH-64A |
| Country |  Israel |
| Branch |  Israeli Air Force |
| Role | Air Defence, Ground Support, Attacking targets, escorting missions, special operations |
| Garrison/HQ | Ramon Airbase |
| Nickname(s) | Tayeset maga hakesem |
| Engagements | MD 500 Defender: 1982 Lebanon war Operation Accountability AH-64A: Operation Grapes of Wrath second intifada Operation Defensive Shield 2006 Lebanon War Gaza War (2008–2009) 2012 Israeli operation in the Gaza Strip 2014 Gaza War 2021 Israel–Palestine crisis 2023 Israel–Hamas war |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Attack helicopter | AH-64A Apache |
The 190 Squadron of the Israeli Air Force, also known as the tayeset maga hakesem (Magic Touch Squadron), is an AH-64A Apache helicopter squadron based at Ramon Airbase.
History
The squadron was formed in 1980 in Palmachim Airbase, flying the McDonnell Douglas MD 500 Defender. In 1995, the squadron received AH-64As and moved to Ramon Airbase.
The squadron took part in the 1982 Lebanon-Israel war and the 2006 Lebanon-Israel war, mostly making precise strikes and supporting ground forces. It also took part in all the Israel-Gaza war and the second intifada where it was mostly supporting ground troops and make airstrikes.
An AH-64A of the 190 squadron
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