The Near Miss of Varig Flight in the Falklands War

In 1982, a Varig flight with 188 passengers nearly faced a military incident during the Malvinas conflict. The video explores the historical context of the Malvinas dispute, the 1982 war, and the specific incident involving the Varig flight. It highlights the geopolitical tensions and the near-miss situation where a British military jet inspected the civilian aircraft. The video concludes with reflections on the incident and its implications.

In what year did the near miss incident involving a Varig flight occur?

• 1980

• 1981

• 1982

• 1983

Which two countries were involved in the sovereignty dispute over the Falklands (Malvinas) Islands?

• United States and the United Kingdom

• Brazil and Argentina

• Argentina and the United Kingdom

• Spain and France

What was the original colonial power that claimed the Falklands (Malvinas) Islands?

• France

• Netherlands

• Spain

• Portugal

In what year did Argentina first raise its flag on the Falklands (Malvinas) Islands?

• 1965

• 1833

• 1820

• 1811

What event triggered the Falklands War in 1982?

• British invasion of Argentina

• Argentine invasion of the Falklands

• Spanish invasion of the Falklands

• Brazilian invasion of the Falklands

Which country supported the United Kingdom during the Falklands War due to the North Atlantic Treaty?

• France

• Germany

• Japan

• United States

What type of aircraft was the Varig flight involved in the near miss incident?

• DC-10

• Boeing 707

• Airbus A320

• Boeing 747

Who was one of the notable passengers on the Varig flight during the near miss incident?

• David Brown

• Leonel Brizola

• High Greve

• Sandy Woodward

What was the main reason the British military aircraft inspected the Varig flight?

• To provide navigation assistance

• To verify if it was carrying Argentine soldiers

• To refuel it mid-air

• To escort it to safety

What was Brazil's official stance during the Falklands War?

• Support for both sides

• Neutrality

• Support for the United Kingdom

• Support for Argentina