Recent reports indicate that United States Air Force assets sustained damage during an Iranian ballistic missile attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan overnight on September 8 and 9, 2026. According to multiple industry sources, one A-10 Thunderbolt II suffered significant structural damage, including a detached wing. Approximately eight F-15E Strike Eagles also reported light damage, though officials noted these aircraft remained serviceable.
The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining regional air power presence in contested environments. The A-10 damage presents a specific logistical concern, as the Air Force recently concluded depot-level maintenance capabilities for the type at Hill Air Force Base. While the fleet remains active until 2030, the loss of specialized structural repair infrastructure complicates the potential for a return to flight status for the damaged airframe.
Jordanian military authorities confirmed air defenses engaged incoming ballistic missiles, though official statements did not acknowledge damage at the airfield. This strike follows a series of regional escalations involving U.S. military sites. The Air Force and Central Command have not yet provided formal assessments regarding the long-term impact on the affected units.