AFTER watching the majestic Ark Royal sent to the breakers’ yard three years ahead of schedule I wondered what awaited her flight of Harriers.
This outstanding aircraft, British through-and-through and years ahead of its time, played a vital role in securing victory in the Falklands flying into combat against a numerically superior enemy.
With its short landing and vertical take off ability it is tailor-made for assisting our hard pressed troops in Afghanistan. Harriers can operate in circumstances that would be impossible for more modern combat aircraft like the Eurofighter Typhoon.
No doubt the Government’s mad rush trying to balance the books overnight has spelt doom for this wonderful aircraft.
Douglas Punchard, Helmsley.
AFTER watching the majestic Ark Royal sent to the breakers’ yard three years ahead of schedule I wondered what awaited her flight of Harriers.
This outstanding aircraft, British through-and-through and years ahead of its time, played a vital role in securing victory in the Falklands flying into combat against a numerically superior enemy.
With its short landing and vertical take off ability it is tailor-made for assisting our hard pressed troops in Afghanistan. Harriers can operate in circumstances that would be impossible for more modern combat aircraft like the Eurofighter Typhoon.
No doubt the Government’s mad rush trying to balance the books overnight has spelt doom for this wonderful aircraft.
Douglas Punchard, Helmsley.
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