# US Air Force Pays Tribute to Fallen Soldier

> Air Force honors Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson after fatal stunt fall at UTSA game.
- Title: US Air Force Pays Tribute to Fallen Soldier · LADbible
- Summary: Air Force honors Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson after fatal stunt fall at UTSA game. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson died after falling from 170-foot rafters…
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- Source: LADbible — https://ladbible.com/news/us-news/us-air-force-man-dies-utsa-match-800973-20261019
- Published: 2026-10-19T09:13:27.444+00:00
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## US Air Force Pays Tribute
US Air Force honors Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson after fatal fall during UTSA football game demonstration.
## Tech. Sgt. Patterson Dies
Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson fell from 170-foot rafters during pre-game demonstration at Alamodome.
## 23,000 Spectators Witness
Over 23,000 fans watched Patterson's fall at UTSA football game before the match started.
## 15-Year Service Member
Patterson served in Air Force for 15 years and received Air and Space Commendation Medal.
## Brig. Gen. Mills Tribute
Brig. Gen. Scott C. Mills said Patterson's service mattered immensely to his wing and family.
## UTSA Response
UTSA expressed condolences and activated wellbeing services for affected community members.
## Game Proceeds
Football game continued after 10-minute delay with investigation into incident underway.
## Key takeaway

Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson died after falling from 170-foot rafters during a pre-game demonstration at UTSA football event.