The rescue operation of the US pilot in Iran took place 35km from Iran’s nuclear facility in Esfahan.
They used 5 C130 transport planes. Two of them were Special Operations planes that carried two helicopters inside.
Something happened when they landed and had leave in a hurry. Forcing them to destroy 2 C130 planes and 2 helicopters.
This was not a rescue operation. This was an attempt to enter Esfahan nuclear facility.

