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  • Jaguar Boys

  • True Tales from Operators of the Big Cat in Peace and War
  • By: Ian Hall
  • Narrated by: Roger Davis
  • Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (45 ratings)

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Jaguar Boys

By: Ian Hall
Narrated by: Roger Davis
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Summary

Originally intended as a trainer, the Anglo-French Sepecat jet, equipped with the very latest in weapon-aiming and navigational equipment, eventually became the backbone of the RAF's tactical strike-attack and recce forces for a decade from the mid-1970s. In these minutes, the Jaguar Boys - pilots, engineer, and ground crew - tell of the aircraft's drawbacks and joys, their sadness at losses, and their pleasure at its development into a readily deployable and outstandingly capable fighter-bomber for the post-Cold War era.

Then came the Gulf War, which signaled the start of a hectic sequence of operational adventures and upgrades for the "Boys", and seasoned veterans tell of action over Iraq and in the Balkans. One of the best-loved of RAF types, the Jaguar commanded a fierce loyalty and affection, which shines through in these accounts of an aircraft that will live forever in the memory.

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Very entertaining

A well read and entertaining listen , love the unstated cool of fighter pilot language ! Worth a go

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Big Cat, Massive story

For aviation enthusiasts, this book will open your eyes to what the Big Cat could really do.

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Amazing Tales of Modern Flying

Exceptional book of information on the Jaguar Strike Aircraft. Sad too as I heard about one of the pilots, a friend...but that's another story.

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Really interesting

A great insight into the world of the jaguar.
Learnt a lot. I'm looking forward to listening to more.

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