F-15E Fighter Jet Shot Down in Iran: Rescue Operations Underway
Updated: 10:08am – US special forces have successfully rescued one of the two crew members of a US F-15E fighter jet that was shot down in Iran, according to US officials. Reports from Israeli sources have been corroborated by various news organizations.
The crew members were likely engaging in training exercises at the time of their departure, which took place on Friday.
Iranian state media reported that helicopters were deployed to locate the crew. Social media videos captured what seemed like a helicopter and a C-130 aircraft flying at low altitude over southwestern Iran.
Rescue operations are ongoing as the search for the second crew member continues.
Breaking news: A pilot has been rescued from a downed US fighter jet in southern Iran. Search and rescue operations for the second pilot continue.
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9am – Reports indicate that a US F-15 fighter jet was brought down over southern Iran, with Iranian state media asserting that the regime was responsible for the incident. This prompted a search for the two crew members onboard.
Images of debris from the crash were released by Tehran’s media.
Iranian military spokesperson stated that a second US fighter jet was attacked and shot down over central Iran. Given the significant explosion at impact, it appears unlikely that the pilot could eject.
While the Pentagon has yet to officially comment, one official indicated that the search for survivors has commenced, albeit anonymously.
President Trump has received updates on the situation from US intelligence but has not made any public statements regarding the plane or its crew.
If verified, this incident would mark the first time since Operation Epic Fury that a US military aircraft was downed by hostile forces.
BREAKING NEWS: Reports of a US F-15E fighter jet shot down in southern Iran during Operation Epic Fury. Search and rescue operations for the missing crew are reportedly ongoing, though unconfirmed by the Pentagon.
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