Event Brief
Navy F/A-18’s Close Call With Iranian SAM
Filed: Mar 26, 2026 at 2:05 PM ET
Summary: A recent incident highlights the risks faced by Navy F/A-18 pilots in lower-threat areas.
WHO: Navy F/A-18 pilots
WHAT: Close call with an Iranian SAM
WHEN: Mar 26, 2026 at 1:47 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: The incident underscores the ongoing risks to lower-flying aircraft.
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