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Pararescuemen prove themselves again in Iran rescue mission
The U.S. Air Force’s elite pararescue community again reinforced its hard-earned reputation for courage and skill when its personnel braved enemy fire to rescue a downed U.S. aircrew inside Iran on Friday.
TL;DR
- U.S. Air Force pararescuemen operated under enemy fire in Iran during a rescue mission for a downed F-15E aircrew.
- One crew member was recovered, but a search continues for another.
- Two HH-60G Pave Hawk rescue helicopters were damaged by enemy fire, and personnel were wounded.
- Pararescue teams are highly trained special operations forces who are also accredited paramedics, operating under the motto 'That others may live.'
- This incident underscores the U.S. military's unique commitment and investment in specialized combat rescue capabilities.
- Pararescuemen have a long history of heroism, including operations during the Vietnam War and a battle with Al Qaeda in Afghanistan.