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UPDATED Oct 8, 2026 at 3:04 AM ET
Oct 7, 2026 at 3:04 PM ET
CRS estimates up to 81 US aircraft lost or damaged
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
A Congressional Research Service report estimates that as many as 81 U.S. military aircraft and drones were destroyed or damaged in the conflict with Iran from Feb. 28 through mid-September. Citing a Congressional Budget Office report, CRS puts the cost at $1.9 billion to $3.3 billion; MQ-9 Reapers accounted for 45 aircraft.
WHO: Congressional Research Service
WHAT: Estimated U.S. losses and damage of up to 81 aircraft and drones in the conflict with Iran
WHEN: Oct 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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