| 201 Squadron | |
|---|---|
| טייסת האחת | |
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| Active | 1969–2004, 2008–Present |
| Country |  Israel |
| Branch |  Israeli Air Force |
| Garrison/HQ | Ramon Airbase |
| Nickname(s) | The One |
| Engagements | War of Attrition Yom Kippur War |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Shmuel Hetz Eitan Ben-Eliyahu Ron Huldai Aviem Sella Amir Eshel |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Attack | F-4 Phantom II |
| Fighter | F-16 Fighting Falcon |
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