Harrier

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Debate erupted over a new US VTOL aircraft resembling the British Harrier Jump Jet, developed in the 1960s with V/STOL tech first used in combat by RAF in 1982 Falklands War. Brits highlighted their pioneering role, including Short SC.1 prototypes from the 1950s. The Harrier achieved a 23-0 kill ratio.