In petition, state argued that the item has historical value, was taken without permission, but judge notes air force had sent it for recycling anyway

Pilots who flew bombing raid divided on sale of part from F-16 being offered by anonymous owner; one says its 'sad,' but commander of mission doesn't object

Move comes as part of military's Momentum Plan, meant to free up resources for more advanced aircraft; troops to be moved to other units

As part of military's Momentum Plan, Ramat David airbase's 117th First Jet Squadron to close, ending its 67-year history