A US F-35 stealth fighter jet was reportedly damaged by an Iranian missile during an operation over Iran’s airspace on March 19, 2026. The aircraft, one of the world’s most advanced fifth-generation fighters, made an emergency landing at a US base in the Middle East, according to a US statement. The exact location of the base was not disclosed. The incident marks the first reported damage to a US fighter jet since the conflict that began with a joint US-Israeli airstrike on February 28.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that the aircraft was forced to land after sustaining damage during the mission. Spokesperson Captain Tim Hawkins said the F-35 landed safely and the pilot was in stable condition, adding that an investigation is underway. The event demonstrates that even stealth aircraft can be detected by advanced sensor systems.
In a separate statement, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility, saying it had successfully targeted a US warplane over central Iran.
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