The Violent Physics F-15E Pilots Faced Ejecting from Fighter Jet in Iran
April 6, 2026
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as posted by the channelA “seriously wounded” US Air Force colonel was rescued after ejecting from his shot-down fighter jet over Iran. Despite his injuries, the F-15E weapons officer evaded capture for 36 hours behind enemy lines after punching out.
What many people don’t realize is that ejection can be a shockingly violent and even deadly procedure that wreaks havoc on the body, potentially shrinking a pilot’s height by up to two inches.
But why is ejecting from a fighter jet so traumatic? We spoke to TOPGUN graduate and No Fallen Heroes Foundation CEO Matthew 'Whiz' Buckley to break it down.
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