Shot Down Over Iran: A Harrowing Experience Being shot down over Iran was a defining moment in my career as an Air Force colonel. The incident has left an indelible mark on me, shaping the way I view the world today.
Preparing for Battle: My F 15E Training Before deployment, I underwent rigorous training to prepare for combat.
As a pilot in the US Air Force, I was no stranger to intense instruction, but this regimen was unlike anything I'd experienced before.