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US Sustains 39 Aircraft Losses During Operation Epic Fury Against Iran

Apr 10, 2026 01:06 PM CT Middle East Region US military, Iran, air combat, aircraft losses, escalation, Operation Epic Fury

Summary

The United States has concluded a 39-day sustained combat operation, 'Operation Epic Fury,' against Iran, resulting in the loss of 39 aircraft across over 13,000 sorties. This event represents a direct military confrontation between state actors, marking a significant escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict theater. The high attrition rate indicates intense air defense capabilities and a major shift in regional military dynamics.

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As the dust settles following more than five weeks of sustained U.S. combat operations against Iran, we now have the clearest picture yet of the toll taken on American aircraft during Epic Fury. After flying more than 13,000 sorties, the United States lost 39 aircraft throughout the 39-day operat...

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United States AGGRESSOR

Conducted over 13,000 sorties and lost 39 aircraft during sustained combat operations against Iran.

Iran DEFENDER

Engaged in sustained combat operations against US forces, resulting in significant US aircraft losses.

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"Event 15 describes the initiation of the 'Epic Fury' strike campaign against Iranian infrastructure. The NEW EVENT describes the conclusion of this same operation, detailing the specific attrition (39 aircraft losses) and duration (39 days) resulting from the campaign launched in Event 15."