George Lichter, who passed away on Aug 2nd aged 92, was a hero of Israel’s 1948 War of Independence when his skills as an ace pilot were crucial in testing and flying 50 modified Czech Messerschmitts to Israel. He then taught Israeli pilots, helping to establish the Israel Air Force.
http://www.jpost.com/National-News/George-Lichter-A-pioneer-in-the-pantheon-of-the-IAF-323101