American Aircraft Lost In Operation Epic Fury
A US F-15E fighter jet has been downed by Iranian forces while operating over the country, with a search and rescue operation underway for its crew. The incident marks the first time a manned American jet has been lost over enemy territory during Operation Epic Fury. The US has previously lost unmanned drones in the conflict, but this incident raises concerns about the safety of manned aircraft. The downing comes after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed an increase in air superiority, allowing B-52 bombers to conduct overland missions into Iran. This incident was first reported by Breaking Defense.