RAF Harriet jets fly for the last time

RAF Harriet jets fly for the last time

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason given by the government for decommissioning the Harrier aircraft?

Public safety issues

Military and financial reasons

Technological advancements

Environmental concerns

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does former Squadron Leader Derek Perry feel about the Harrier's decommissioning?

Relieved

Excited

Indifferent

Sad and angry

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the unique capabilities of the Harrier that is being lost?

Stealth technology

Long-range bombing

Vertical takeoff and landing

Supersonic speed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which aircraft are set to replace the Harrier?

F-16 and F-18

Joint Strike Fighters and Typhoons

Boeing 747 and Airbus A380

MiG-29 and Su-27

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial impact does the government claim from decommissioning the Harrier fleet?

Increased military spending

Savings of 900 million to a billion pounds

Loss of revenue

No financial impact