aircraft

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A US A-10 ground attack aircraft was also reportedly downed on Friday, with US media saying the pilot managed to eject and was rescued in nearby Kuwait.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Following the downing of the F15 aircraft on Friday, both the pilot and the second crew member ejected - with the pilot recovered shortly afterwards.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

It was the first time a piloted U.S. aircraft had been lost over enemy territory in more than 20 years, military experts said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The loss of additional American aircraft was seen by some in Iran as evidence that the U.S. mission was not a complete success.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Sasha ordered Nina and Aleksandr to parachute out of the uncontrollable aircraft.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein