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U.S. A-10 Downed Near Iran, Pilot Rescued Amid Conflict

4/6/2026

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On April 3, 2026, a U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II was downed near the Strait of Hormuz during a rescue for a downed F-15E.
The A-10 pilot was rescued, and the cause of the crash remains uncertain.
The F-15E was reportedly shot down by Iranian forces, the first confirmed U.S. combat loss to enemy fire.
Search efforts continue for the second crew member amid escalating risks for U.S. aircraft.

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On April 3, 2026, a U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II was downed near the Strait of Hormuz during a rescue for a downed F-15E.
The A-10 pilot was rescued, and the cause of the crash remains uncertain.
The F-15E was reportedly shot down by Iranian forces, the first confirmed U.S. combat loss to enemy fire.
Search efforts continue for the second crew member amid escalating risks for U.S. aircraft.