First on 60 Minutes: U.S. Air Force officer shot down in Iran details his two days surviving behind enemy lines before being rescued

Updated on: September 8, 2026 / 7:59 AM EDT / CBS News

First on 60 Minutes: U.S. Air Force officer shot down in Iran details his two days surviving behind enemy lines before being rescued

TL;DR

  • A U.S. Air Force officer, Dude 44 Bravo, shares his experience of being shot down and surviving for two days in Iran.
  • He details his harrowing ejection, injuries, and evasion tactics against Iranian forces.
  • The rescue operation for Bravo was one of the most complex in U.S. military history.
  • The season premiere of 60 Minutes will feature his first public account.
  • Interviews with key military leaders, including the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, are also included.