8 countries took part in Israel's largest-ever air drill - here are the impressive photos

Here, Israeli F-16s are lined up in preparation for upcoming drills.

Of course, the largest contingent was from the IAF.

The United States, Poland, Italy, and Greece also made an appearance. Below, an F-16 fighter jet from the US Air Force.

Here's another shot of the Mirage 2000.

French pilots were also able to show the capabilities of their Mirage 2000D jet fighters.

Attending for the first time are the air forces of Germany, India, and France. Here, three German Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets fly over Ovda airbase.

The drill is not limited to air operations. Here, commandos from India's "Garud" Commando Force train with IDF counterparts.

Blue Flag 2017 is meant to simulate realistic aerial combat and defensive situations against air defenses.

Blue Flag 2017 is the largest air drill in Israel's history.