02.03.2026 12:10
It has been revealed that the number of F-15s belonging to the United States that fell in the skies of Kuwait today is 3. Photos serviced from the region show three different U.S. pilots using ejection seats, while a statement from the Kuwaiti Army included the phrase, "Several U.S. fighter jets have crashed, and all crew members have survived."
While the war between the US-Israel and Iran continues, developments in Kuwaiti airspace have drawn attention. Initially reported as a single aircraft incident, it has emerged that the number of US F-15 fighter jets that crashed today is three.
THREE PILOTS ESCAPED USING EJECTION SEATS
Photos serviced from the region show that three different US pilots used ejection seats to exit the aircraft. The images depict the pilots parachuting down and being taken to a safe area by military teams after landing.
While no official and detailed statement has been made regarding the health status of the pilots, initial information indicates that the crew is not in life-threatening danger.
KUWAIT ARMY: ALL CREW SAFE
In a statement from the Kuwait Army, it was said, "Several fighter jets belonging to the US have crashed, and all crew members are safe." The statement did not provide details regarding the cause of the aircraft's crash.
WHY DID IT CRASH? CLAIMS IN THE AGENDA
Different scenarios have emerged regarding the cause of the incident. Some sources point to the possibility of friendly fire, while the Iranian side had previously claimed to have targeted US aircraft. However, there is no official confirmation on whether the crash of the three aircraft was due to technical failure, a situation caused by the air defense system, or a result of conflict.
The F-15s are among the most powerful air superiority aircraft in the US inventory and are known for not having suffered losses in air-to-air combat until now. Therefore, the developments are being closely monitored by military circles.
NEW THRESHOLD IN WAR
The crash of three F-15s on the same day in Kuwait indicates that the risk level of the war in the Gulf airspace has significantly increased. Experts warn that if the conflict expands, the security of the airspace could become even more fragile.