Update (Apr. 4) According to U.S. officials, the Weapons System Officer from the downed F-15E Strike Eagle was successfully rescued by U.S. Special Forces, after nearly 36 hours of evading Iranian pursuit. Original Story THE MIDDLE EAST, Apr. 3 – A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down over southern Iran late Thursday night. A Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) operation is underway, with the pilot being rescued,