1983. The Dassault Super Etendard sprang into world prominence during the Anglo-Argentinian conflict for the Falkland Islands in 1982.

1984. The Anglo-French Jaguar is a classic example of international co-operation in the creation of modern warplanes.

1983. History of a truly versatile and remarkable helicopter.

1985. Undoubtedly the most successful post-war British fighter, the Hawker Hunter had a thoroughbred's lines and was a delightful aeroplane to pilot.

1983. Generally known as the “jump jet”, the Harrier uses the unique properties of ‘four-poster’ vectoring-thrust technology for short or vertical take-offs and landings.

1985. Designed as a replacement for the F6F Hellcat, the F8F Bearcat was the last of the great Grumman Cat series of piston-engined navy fighters.

1983. There can be little doubt that the mighty McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is the greatest combat aircraft produced int eh West since World War II.

1983. Justifying the company’s decision to gamble heavily on a private-venture prototype, the success of the Boeing Model 707 family has been enormous.