Bravo’s Miraculous Survival Story | Salt Lake City News

A U.S. Air Force colonel, codenamed “Bravo,” survived a harrowing jet shootdown over Iran after ejecting at 70-100 mph with a damaged parachute—his most terrifying moment came when he realized he couldn’t deploy. Hit like a freight train, Bravo landed five miles away with a broken back, shoulder, and arm, yet still hiked a 7,000-foot ridgeline to stay mobile. His wingman, “Alpha,” was found within six hours; Bravo’s critical message of injury but mobility sped his rescue. Despite a sand-delayed landing gear issue, rescue planes retrieved him within 24 hours, as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth demanded. Bravo credits teamwork, training, faith, and leadership—and America’s unwavering promise: no one is left behind. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://kutv.com/news/nation-world/air-force-officer-shares-rescue-story-after-iran-shot-down-jet-pete-hegseth-missile More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0560e7d26200374f Report issues to [email protected].