Gen. Dan Caine describes taking to the skies in fighter jet to defend U.S. on 9/11
Summary
General Dan Caine, now chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, flew fighter jets to defend the U.S. on September 11, 2001. He was chief of weapons and tactics for the 121st Fighter Squadron at Andrews Air Force Base when the attacks happened.Key Facts
- On 9/11, Dan Caine held the rank of Major and led weapons and tactics at the 121st Fighter Squadron.
- The 121st Fighter Squadron is based at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland.
- Caine took immediate action after the second plane hit the World Trade Center.
- He flew fighter jets to help protect the country that day.
- Dan Caine is currently the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
- The interview took place with CBS News and was shared by Norah O'Donnell.
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