U.S. Military Aid Israel: Funding IDF Projects
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The United States channels hundreds of millions in military aid to build and upgrade Israel Defense Forces (IDF) airbases and facilities, documents from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reveal.

This $1.5 billion initiative funds infrastructure for refueling aircraft, helicopters, and a naval commando headquarters, all paid by American taxpayers.

Growing criticism of U.S. aid to Israel calls for scrutiny from American citizens in our Constitutional Republic.

Major Investment in IDF Infrastructure

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is overseeing approximately 20 construction undertakings in Israel, totaling around $1.5 billion. According to official documents and presentations, these initiatives include constructing clinics, naval piers, command headquarters, and ammunition storage areas. Additionally, they are upgrading runways, facilities for aircraft painting, and infrastructure for the Israel Air Force’s Boeing KC-46 Pegasus tankers and CH-53K helicopters. A tender valued at $900 million is planned for release in July 2025, aiming at the creation of facilities for new F-35 and F-15IA fighter jet units.

A specific tender, estimated to be worth about $900 million, is currently being prepared and is set to be issued by July 2025, as stated in a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers document. —Haaretz

The projects are funded by Israel’s annual $3.8 billion military aid from the U.S., established by a memorandum from the Obama administration that lasts from 2019-2028. The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to additional aid, with Brown University’s Cost of War project reporting $18 billion in extra U.S. arms provided by September 2024. In January 2025, the U.S. House passed a $26 billion aid package, which includes $4 billion dedicated to Israel’s missile defense systems.

Upgrades for Israel’s Air Force

Major projects enhance the Israel Air Force. Two contracts improve airbase runways and taxiways. A $100 million project builds infrastructure for Boeing KC-46 Pegasus tankers at Nevatim Airbase, a joint U.S.-Israel facility. A $250 million effort at Tel Nof Airbase supports 12 CH-53K helicopters with new hangars and storage. A $500 million project funds a new F-35 squadron, and $250 million backs F-15IA jet infrastructure.

The projects construct a new headquarters for Shayetet 13, the Israeli Navy’s elite commando unit, in Atlit. They also build ammunition bunkers at Hatzerim Airbase for $100 million and a $10 million “Hot Loading Pad” for explosives. Maintenance workshops for armored vehicles, called Tama 38 or Tama 58, receive upgrades with budgets up to $100 million.

Secrecy and Transparency Issues

U.S. documents hide project locations under code names like “Site 20136.” Contractors must omit identifying details, and site visits stay confidential. Yet, tender documents, often hundreds of pages, include maps and aerial photos that expose locations. For instance, “Site 20136” matches Tel Nof Airbase, confirmed by articles on CH-53K helicopter upgrades.

Past disclosures mirror this pattern. In 2012, The Washington Post The Washington Post reported on “Site 911,” a $100 million underground facility at Nevatim Airbase, managed by the U.S. Army Corps. Haaretz exposed “Site 81,” an underground facility in central Tel Aviv, with electromagnetic shielding concerns noted in a U.S. Army Corps report report.

Growing Criticism and Political Debate

Criticism of U.S. aid to Israel spans both conservative and progressive Americans. Conservatives prioritize domestic spending, while progressives seek leverage over Israel’s actions. Although aid boosts U.S. defense contractors and jobs, its scale draws scrutiny. In April 2025, President Donald Trump, meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, highlighted the $4 billion annual aid, saying:

“Don’t forget, we help Israel a lot. We give Israel $4 billion a year. That’s a lot… But we take care of our friends.” —Haaretz

Economic and Strategic Questions

American companies bid as primary contractors, but Israeli subcontractors handle most on-site work. This setup benefits U.S. firms while bolstering Israel’s military. The projects meet Israel’s needs amid Iran tensions and Gaza conflicts. Still, U.S. funding sparks questions about Israel’s military independence and America’s priorities.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers offers little clarity on project scope, and the IDF stays silent. As tenders advance, transparency and U.S.-Israel relations face scrutiny. American citizens need answers on how their taxes fund projects shaping a key ally’s security.

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