CRS Report Details U.S. Aircraft Combat Losses in Operation Epic Fury Against Iran

A Congressional Research Service report details U.S. aircraft combat losses in Operation Epic Fury, the U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran that began February 28, 2026. The conflict, involving air, maritime, and missile engagements, saw a ceasefire in April followed by resumed strikes, leaving conditions fluid. The report's release signals congressional scrutiny of attrition and operational costs in an ongoing, high-intensity Middle East campaign.