For the first time, a U.S. Air Force officer shot down over Iran — mission call sign DUDE 44 Bravo — told America his story.In an exclusive60 Minutesinterview, Bravo delivered a powerful account of survival, faith, and combat leadership — a testament to the unmatched bravery of our nation’s warfighters and to the Trump Administration’s renewed focus on readiness, lethality, and standards.

In April, after their F-15E Strike Eaglewent downdeep inside Iran, Bravo and his pilot, DUDE 44 Alpha, ejected — landing miles apart behind enemy lines. What followed was one of the most daringrescue operationsin modern military history, culminating in Bravo’sEaster Sunday rescue.

No American lives were lost and both aviators came home.This is this Administration’s promise in action: fight to win, hold the line on standards, and never leave our people behind.