IMac as monitor for MBA

I have a mid 2012 MBA and and early 2009 iMac. Is it possible to connect the iMac (it does not have Thunderbolt) as a display for the MBA?  I know that I can hook an external VGA monitor to the MBA (am actually using an old 15") but would like to take advantage of the iMac screen if possible. Apparently the MBA can be connected to an iMac that has a Thunderbolt port, but mine does not.
Ben   F

Yes, you need a MiniDisplay port to MiniDisplay port cable.  The cable will plug into the Thunderbolt port of the air.
Press CMD F2 on the iMac and it will enter Target Display mode for the MBair.
Edit:  I have the same combination with a 2011 Thunderbolt MBair and 2009 iMac.  It works.

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