US rescues one crew member from F-15 jet downed in Iran
A US F-15E fighter jet was shot down in Iran, with one crew member rescued and a search ongoing for the second. The incident marks the first known loss of a US aircraft in Iran since the conflict began on February 28.
A US F-15E fighter jet was shot down in central Iran. One of the pilots has been rescued, but a search is still ongoing for the second crew member. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have shot down the jet. The US has notified congressional leaders about the incident. Combat search-and-rescue missions are underway, with Israeli Defense Forces pausing their strikes. The F-15E Strike Eagle is a two-seat fighter jet designed for long-range strike missions. US officials have confirmed the incident, with President Donald Trump briefed on the matter.
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