Sunday, April 5, 2026

US F-15 shot down over Iran crew missing

A US F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was shot down by Iranian forces over Iran, with one crew member rescued and a second remaining missing, prompting a high-risk combat search and rescue operation deep inside Iranian territory. A separate US A-10 Thunderbolt was also lost on the same day, and two Black Hawk helicopters were struck during the rescue effort. The incidents represent a significant escalation in the ongoing US-Iran conflict and have raised questions about the White House's characterization of Iran's degraded military capabilities.