On April 3, several US military aircraft were targeted by Iranian forces amid the ongoing conflict between the two nations. Notably, the F-15E Strike Eagle was struck, leading to the rescue of one crew member by US special forces. Initial reports mistakenly indicated that an F-35 had been downed, but US officials later confirmed it was an F-15. In a separate incident, an A-10 Thunderbolt II, known for its close air support capabilities, was hit by Iranian missiles near the Strait of Hormuz and subsequently crashed in Kuwait after the pilot ejected. Fortunately, the pilot was rescued safely. Additionally, two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters were attacked during a rescue operation for the F-15 crew, although they managed to exit Iranian airspace despite sustaining damage. These incidents underscore the escalating risks for US forces in the region and Iran's demonstrated ability to target military aircraft effectively.