Hawker Siddeley Harrier
- Episode aired Jul 8, 2022
Developed during the Cold War, the Harrier Jump Jet was the first aircraft that could make a vertical take-off and landing, meaning it wouldn't need a runway. This revolutionized combat, as ... Read allDeveloped during the Cold War, the Harrier Jump Jet was the first aircraft that could make a vertical take-off and landing, meaning it wouldn't need a runway. This revolutionized combat, as runways are vulnerable to enemy bombing raids, and contributed to the Cold War deterrent. ... Read allDeveloped during the Cold War, the Harrier Jump Jet was the first aircraft that could make a vertical take-off and landing, meaning it wouldn't need a runway. This revolutionized combat, as runways are vulnerable to enemy bombing raids, and contributed to the Cold War deterrent. Here Rob Bell meets those who flew the jet and learns about its important and influential ... Read all