Second US pilot from downed jets has been rescued from Iran
- Posted on April 5, 2026
- By Daily Mail
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In brief
A US Air Force pilot has been successfully rescued after ejecting from his F-15E fighter jet that was shot down over Iranian territory. The two-day recovery operation concluded despite Iran's announcement of a substantial bounty for the captured airman. This marks the second pilot rescued following the aircraft loss, highlighting the dangers of military operations in hostile airspace and the complexities of search-and-rescue missions in contested regions.
Second US pilot from downed jets has been rescued from Iran
The F-15E fighter jet pilot ejected over enemy lines on Friday night when his aircraft was shot down, leading to two days of intense searches for the soldier as Iran placed a large bounty on his head.
