The mountain range was the Zagros Mountains in Iran. One report also says the airman hid in a mountain crevice there before being rescued.

Quick Scoop

  • Location: southwestern Iran, in the Zagros range.
  • Context: a downed U.S. F-15E crew member evaded capture there for roughly 36 to 48 hours before rescue.

Note

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