Fernando L. Ribas-Dominicci
Fernando Luis Ribas-Dominicci | |
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| Nickname(s) | "Nando" |
| Born | June 24, 1952 Utuado, Puerto Rico |
| Died | April 15, 1986 (aged 33) Gulf of Sidra |
| Place of burial | San Andres Cemetery Utuado, Puerto Rico |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | Air Force Reserve United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1975–1976 (USAFR) 1976–1986 (USAF) |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 48th Tactical Fighter Wing |
| Battles / wars | Operation El Dorado Canyon † |
| Awards | Purple Heart Air Force Commendation Medal |
Fernando Luis Ribas-Dominicci (June 24, 1952 – April 15, 1986), was a captain and F-111F pilot in the United States Air Force. He was killed in action during the U.S. air raid on Libya, Operation El Dorado Canyon, on April 15, 1986. Ribas Dominicci was awarded the Purple Heart and posthumously promoted to the rank of major.