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US-Iran-Israel military conflict

Overview

Military operations involving the United States, Iran, and Israel have resulted in significant aviation losses for both sides.

A report from the Congressional Research Service indicates that the United States has lost or damaged at least 81 military aircraft since February 28. These losses include 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, several fighter jets such as the F-15E Strike Eagle and F-35A Lightning II, and various support aircraft. The estimated replacement cost for these assets ranges from $1.9 billion to $3.3 billion, contributing to total US conflict expenditures of at least $45 billion.

On the Iranian side, the chief executive of Iran Air reported that between 20 and 30 aircraft were destroyed during the hostilities, with approximately 70 to 80 aircraft targeted. The executive noted that Israeli attacks caused particularly severe damage to the fleet. The airline's operational capacity has been further strained by existing international sanctions, which have caused shortages of spare parts and financial constraints.

Entities

Iran · Taher Abdolhai · Congressional Research Service · United States · Muwaffaq Salti Air Base

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Iran Air reports 20 to 30 aircraft destroyed in conflict

    The head of Iran Air reported that 20 to 30 aircraft were destroyed during the conflict with the US and Israel, exacerbating existing fleet shortages caused by international sanctions.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
    US military aircraft losses reach 81 in Iran conflict

    A Congressional Research Service report reveals that at least 81 US military aircraft have been lost or damaged in the conflict with Iran, with replacement costs estimated up to $3.3 billion.

Sources

chosunonline.com · escenariomundial.com · fr.businessam.be · gazeta.mk · javanews.al · jforum.fr · lavanguardia.com · lesgiletsjaunesdeforcalquier.fr · milletnews.com · news.az · ocafezinho.com · telegrafi.com