Indonesia–Israel relations
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Israel and Indonesia have no formal diplomatic ties, although they maintain quiet trade, tourism and security contacts. In 2012, Indonesia spoke of upgrading relations with Israel and opening a consulate in Ramallah, but this agreement was never implemented.
Indonesia purchased over 30 Douglas A-4 Skyhawks from Israel in the early 1980s, despite no recognition or diplomatic relations.
Operation Alpha (Indonesia)
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Operation Alpha was a covert operation carried out by the Indonesian Air Force between 1979-1982 to acquire 30 Douglas A-4 Skyhawk light combat aircraft from the Israeli Air Force.
An A-4 Skyhawk unloaded from a ship at Tanjung Priok port
Indonesian A-4 with extended exhaust, a modification found in Israeli A-4 to counter heat seeking missile