RAF Jaguar Units in Combat

RAF Jaguar Units in CombatFrom its origins as a joint project between Britain and France, the SEPECAT Jaguar was designed to be a jet trainer, but quickly transformed into a supersonic attack jet with capabilities for close air support, reconnaissance, and tactical nuclear strikes. Throughout its service from the 1970s to 2003, this versatile aircraft played a crucial role in numerous operations, including significant combat and reconnaissance missions in the Gulf War, Bosnian

From its origins as a joint project between Britain and France, the SEPECAT Jaguar was designed to be a jet trainer, but quickly transformed into a supersonic attack jet with capabilities for close air support, reconnaissance, and tactical nuclear strikes. Throughout its service from the 1970s to 2003, this versatile aircraft played a crucial role in numerous operations, including significant combat and reconnaissance missions in the Gulf War, Bosnian War, and over northern Iraq and the Balkans. In this informative volume, former RAF pilot Michael Napier expertly details the Jaguar's career and shares the firsthand experiences of those who flew it in combat. With 24 aircraft profiles showcasing the various colors and ordnance used, accompanied by thorough research, personal accounts, and a collection of photographs, this book brings to life the remarkable actions of an aircraft that served as a vital component of the RAF's attack force for over a decade. Author: Michael Napier Illustrators: Janusz Swiatlon and