Captain Tim Hawkins

Captain Tim Hawkins is a spokesman for United States Central Command (CENTCOM). He is newsworthy due to his role in communicating information regarding a recent incident involving a US F-35 fighter jet. According to reports, the F-35 made an emergency landing at an airbase in the Middle East on March 19, 2026, after a combat mission over Iran. Captain Hawkins confirmed that the aircraft landed safely and that the pilot is in stable condition. The incident has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the emergency landing and whether Iran was involved in damaging the advanced aircraft, which is designed to be difficult to detect. Hawkins's role as the CENTCOM spokesman makes him a key source of information regarding this developing situation and any potential implications for US military operations in the region.