| Harrier | |
|---|---|
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| Origin |  United States United Kingdom
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| Role | V/STOL strike aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Hawker Siddeley BAe/McDonnell Douglas Boeing/BAE Systems |
| Primary user |  United States Marine Corps Royal Navy
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| General characteristics | |
| Crew | 1 |
| Length | 47'8" (14.5 m) |
| Wingspan | 30'4" (9.25 m) |
| Height | 11'8 (3.55 m) |
| Loaded weight | 22,950 lb (10,410 kg) |
| Performance | |
| Maximum speed | 673 mph (1,083 km/h) |
| Range | 1,400 mi (2,200 km) |
| Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. series information | |
| Appearances | H.A.W.X. H.A.W.X. 2 |
The Harrier, informally referred to as the Harrier Jump Jet, is a family of jet fighters capable of vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) operations. Originally developed by UK manufacturer Hawker Siddeley in the 1960s, the Harrier emerged as the only truly successful V/STOL design of the many attempted during that era, despite being a subsonic aircraft, unlike most of its competitors. It was conceived to operate from improvised bases, such as car parks or forest clearings, without requiring large and vulnerable air bases. Later, the design was adapted for use from aircraft carriers.
H.A.W.X.
DDI pilots Twister and Arrow used one in their attack on an enemy faction.
Members of Colin Munro's Royal Navy squadron flew it during the near future insurgent conflict.