Iranian Revolutionary Guard Su-22 Crash
Event Report
Iranian Revolutionary Guard
| Date | Aug. 3, 2022 |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| Force | Iranian Revolutionary Guard |
| Location |
Shiraz Air Base, Fars Province, Iran
29.59, 52.58 |
| Aircraft | Su-22 (Su-17 Fitter) |
| Event type | Crash |
| Change | -1 active |
Description
A Sukhoi Su-22 fighter belonging to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Aerospace Force crashed at Shiraz air base on 3 August 2022, according to Iran International. The IRGC said the aircraft suffered a technical failure while taking off and that the crew ejected. The pilot and co-pilot both survived, and the IRGC-affiliated Fars news agency credited their quick reactions. No further cause was given.
Sources
Side Profile
Profile of Su-17 Fitter
Shiraz Air Base, Fars Province, Iran
