American pilot escaped captivity in Iran, hiding in the mountains for over a day - details of the special operation
Kyiv • UNN
The pilot climbed to an altitude of 2000 meters and hid in a gorge until rescuers arrived. The CIA found the pilot using special equipment and transported him to Kuwait.
An American military pilot, who was later evacuated from Iran, evaded capture for more than 24 hours after crashing. According to media reports, he climbed a mountain range over 2,000 meters high and hid in a gorge, Sky News reports, writes UNN.
Details
According to information released with reference to The New York Times, the CIA used special equipment to locate the pilot. After he was found, American forces conducted an evacuation operation.
During the rescue mission, American forces also conducted strikes in the area to deter Iranian forces that might have been approaching the pilot's location. According to a US military official, US special forces did not have to engage in direct combat during the operation itself.
How he managed to avoid capture
According to preliminary data, the pilot managed to hold out for more than a day due to the fact that he broke away from possible pursuers in difficult mountainous terrain. The American side also suggests that some Iranian forces may have been distracted by a previous disinformation operation.
After his rescue, the pilot was flown to Kuwait for medical examination and assistance.