The exciting encounter - and the resourcefulness of the fighters:
Chief of General Aviv Kochavi visited today (Wednesday) at Rambam Hospital Captain Ron Birman, a survivor of the crash disaster off the coast of Haifa in which the late Lt. Col. Erez Shahanei and Major Chen Fogel were killed .
"Fogel is the example of the unity between the squadron and Squadron 3," Captain Birman told the stars.
"The pilots rescued me before the crash. The actions they took gave me the opportunity."
Captain Birman's condition has improved today as well and his girlfriend said she hopes he will be released tomorrow.
Kochavi told Captain Birman: "As a commander, the first thing you think of in such an incident is about the casualties. I was very happy to hear that you survived.
Chief of Staff Kochavi and Director of Rambam Hospital Dr. Miki Halbertl, Photo: IDF Spokesman
Chief of Staff Kochavi and members of Squadron 3, Photo: IDF Spokesman
Members of the Yaltam unit in action, Photo: IDF Spokesman
"I heard your conversation with HaMoked, seeing that you are in complete control, focused, task-oriented, know-how and acting. I see what you are focusing on, how much you care, how human you are and how human you are. I am very proud of you and give a big hug. I share their families' grief. Of the late swimmers and the late Vogel. The IDF and I express deep sorrow, identify with the stone and strengthen them in every way. This is a difficult event and we are here to accompany them. "
The chief of staff also visited Squadron 3 and the command base of the Haifa base and talked to the commanders. The late Lt. Col. Erez Shahanei and the late Major Chen Fogel.
The Chief of Staff praised the activities of the Hilam fighters and commanders and cherished their determination in the mission.
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