We launched an F/A-18 off a carrier and it was immediately shot down by a guided missile cruiser in the carrier group. Both pilots ejected and were recovered alive. I think someone's getting a demotion or maybe losing their command over this one.
https://apnews.com/article/mideast-wars-yemen-us-navy-pilots-houthi-95a792daae3b0120186bfc6c66e1b6fe
https://apnews.com/article/mideast-wars-yemen-us-navy-pilots-houthi-95a792daae3b0120186bfc6c66e1b6fe