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The Harrier, informally referred to as the Harrier jump jet, is a family of jet-powered attack aircraft capable of vertical/short takeoff and landing operations (V/STOL). Named after a bird of prey , [ 1 ] it was originally developed by British manufacturer Hawker Siddeley in the 1960s.
As part of its 1996 Pepsi Stuff marketing campaign, Pepsi ran an advertisement promising a Harrier jet to anyone who collected 7 million Pepsi Points, a gag that backfired when a participant attempted to take advantage of the ability to buy additional points for 10 cents each to claim a jet for US$700,000 (~$1.26 million in 2023).
Harrier T.2 Lengthened two-seat training version for the RAF, powered by Pegasus Mk 101 engine and with taller fin. [16] Harrier T.2A Upgraded T.2, powered by a Pegasus Mk 102. [17] Harrier T.4 Two-seat training version for the Royal Air Force, equivalent to the GR.3, with Pegasus Mk 103 engine, laser seeker and radar warning receiver.
Navalised version of the Pegasus 11 for the Sea Harrier, same as the 11 but some engine components and castings made from corrosion-resistant materials. Pegasus 11-21 (Mk.105 / Mk.106) The 11-21 was developed for the second generation Harriers, the USMC AV-8B Harrier II and the BAE Harrier IIs. The original model provided an extra 450 lbf (2.0 kN).
The Hawker Siddeley Harrier is a British jet-powered attack aircraft designed and produced by the British aerospace company Hawker Siddeley.It was the first operational ground attack and reconnaissance aircraft with vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) capabilities and the only truly successful V/STOL design of its era.
Accidents and incidents involving the Harrier Jump Jet (2 P) Pages in category "Harrier Jump Jet" The following 18 pages are in this category, out of 18 total.
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The following 3 pages are in this category, out of 3 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. B. British Aerospace Harrier II; H. Harrier jump jet; L.