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Airmen Under Fire: Stories From Iranian Barrages On U.S. Bases
TWZ • • world
Key Points:
- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach detailed the bravery and challenges faced by airmen during Operation Epic Fury, highlighting missile and drone attacks on bases in the Middle East.
- He recounted incidents such as airmen trapped in a burning hangar, F-15E crew chiefs launching jets under fire, and personnel like Shanae and Nolan who successfully defended their base against drone swarms.
- The operation involved over 30,000 airmen across a dozen locations, executing 10,000 sorties and striking over 13,000 military targets in 38 days despite continuous enemy attacks.
- Wilsbach emphasized the critical role of remotely piloted MQ-9 Reaper aircraft, which provided intelligence and strike capabilities while under threat, and the need for advanced follow-on platforms.
- A significant rescue mission, dubbed "The Dude 44," involved coordinating 176 aircraft to recover two airmen isolated in Iran, demonstrating the Air Force's commitment to never leaving a comrade behind.
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