Nighthawk One: Recollections of a Helicopter Pilot's Tour of Duty in Northern Ireland During the Troubles

by Peter Shaw

Flying light helicopters in Northern Ireland during the Troubles was a dangerous and demanding task. Terrorists were determined to prosecute a campaign against military aircraft operating in South Armagh and beyond, whilst roadside bombs made the security forces dependent on helicopters for surveillance and troop movements. The Westland Gazelle is one of the longest serving and most successful reconnaissance and observation helicopters. Drawing on...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1804512400
• ISBN13: 9781804512401
• Release Date: February 2023
• Publisher: Helion & Company
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.1" x 9.3"