Ep.134 – The Falklands Air War: Part 6 the final analysis

In the 40th anniversary year of the Falklands Conflict, we are joined by John Shields, author of ‘Air Power in The Falklands Conflict – An Operational Level Insight into Air Warfare in the South Atlantic’.

Sea Harrier XZ 499 of No 800 Naval Air Squadron takes off from HMS HERMES for a Combat Air Patrol. The two aircraft on either side are GR 3 Harriers of No 1 (F) Squadron RAF © IWM FKD 2343

We have produced five episodes covering the conflict and John provides a clear and objective review of both sides of the air war.

Armourers prepare a Sea Harrier FRS1 of No 801 Naval air Squadron for a mission on the flight deck of HMS HERMES. The bombs in the foreground are 1000-lb “Iron” bombs. © IWM FKD 91

This is the finale of our Falklands Air War series.

Recorded 3rd February 2022

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