The Harrier Ground Attack in the Falklands: A Decisive Victory for the Royal Air Force

The Falklands War, which lasted from April to June 1982, was a conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands. The war began when Argentina invaded the islands, and the United Kingdom responded by sending a task force to retake them. The Harrier jet played a crucial role in the British victory, providing close air support to ground troops and attacking enemy positions.

RAF Harrier Ground Attack: Falklands

by Jerry Pook

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The Harrier Jet

The Harrier jet is a unique aircraft that is capable of vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). This gives it the ability to operate from small, unprepared airstrips, making it ideal for operations in remote areas such as the Falkland Islands. The Harrier is also armed with a variety of weapons, including bombs, rockets, and missiles, making it a formidable ground attack aircraft.

The Harrier in the Falklands War

The Harrier was first used in combat in the Falklands War. The British task force arrived in the islands in April 1982, and the Harriers immediately began flying missions in support of the ground troops. The Harriers were used to attack enemy positions, provide close air support to the troops, and conduct reconnaissance missions.

The Harriers played a key role in the British victory in the Falklands War. They were able to attack enemy positions with precision, and their close air support was essential in helping the ground troops to advance. The Harriers also helped to protect the British ships from air attack.

The Harrier jet played a crucial role in the British victory in the Falklands War. Its unique capabilities made it an ideal aircraft for operations in the remote and challenging environment of the Falkland Islands. The Harriers were able to attack enemy positions with precision, provide close air support to the troops, and conduct reconnaissance missions. The Harriers helped to protect the British ships from air attack and were a major factor in the British victory.

RAF Harrier Ground Attack: Falklands

by Jerry Pook

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3166 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	332 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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