RF Tornado's Life Threatening Mission Against Iraqi Gunners | Tornado Down

We recount the experience of RAF Tornado pilot John Peters and Navigator John Nichol during the Gulf War in 1991, as they were tasked with attacking an Iraqi Airfield, facing operational delays that forced them to strike in broad daylight, increasing the risk of being shot down by Iraqi AAA gunners.
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Two different personalities dealing with an extremely bad situation. Fascinating and very brave!

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Peters still showing the strain, surprised he was allowed to fly again.