US A-10 Warthog crashes near Strait of Hormuz, pilot rescued

• A US A-10 Warthog combat aircraft crashed near the Strait of Hormuz.
• The pilot was safely rescued following the incident.
• This marks the second US Air Force combat aircraft crash in the Persian Gulf region recently.
• The crash occurred around the same time an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over Iran.
• Officials have provided limited details as rescue operations continue for both incidents.

Key Questions Answered

Are these crashes related to regional tensions?

Yes, the crashes are related to regional tensions. Iran claimed a drone strike on U.S. fighter jets in Jordan amid rising regional tensions.

What is the status of the second F-15E airman?

One US crew member has been rescued after a downed F-15E fighter jet over Iran. The search continues for the other crew member.