Reports: US fighter jet downed over Iran, one crew member rescued

By: Ashley Murray

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: April 3, 2026

Words: 550

Last Updated: 3 months, 4 weeks ago

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WASHINGTON — A U.S. fighter jet went down over Iran Friday and one crew member has been rescued, according to several media reports. Iranian state media reported the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was responsible.

The attack marks the first time Iran has shot down U.S. military aircraft since the war’s start. Reuters and the New York Times have cited U.S. officials confirming the incident. Axios has cited two unnamed sources. Sources told …

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