Egyptian Air Force MiG-21 shoots down Israeli DO.28 near Suez (016)

Incident Overview An Egyptian Air Force MiG-21 intercepted and shot down an Israeli DO.28 using a SAM-3 air-to-air missile. The engagement resulted in the complete destruction of the DO.28. ## Crash and Aftermath The downed aircraft crash-landed in a desert area approximately 15 kilometers southeast of Suez. All three occupants of the aircraft were captured and taken as prisoners of war by Egyptian forces. ## Official Findings The official investigation determined that the aircraft was shot down by an Egyptian Air Force fighter during the incident. No further details regarding the specific operational context or mission profile were provided in the source material.