US aviator shot down over Iran recalls 'free-falling' in first interview since rescue - BBC

US aviator shot down over Iran recalls 'free-falling' in first interview since rescue – BBC

September 14, 2026

US aviator shot down over Iran recalls ‘free-falling’ in first interview since rescue BBCSunday on 60 Minutes: U.S. Air Force officer details story of survival; hidden camera probe explores the pardon economy CBS NewsAir Force officer recalls ‘free-falling’ after jet was shot down over Iran nbcnews.comU.S. Air Force officer shot down in Iran says he prayed while “free-falling” to the ground behind enemy lines CBS NewsHegseth, associates pushed F-15 airmen downed over Iran to appear on ’60 Minutes’ – report The Times of Israel