Gulf Moon Rendezvous
On the eve of operational retirement in early
1991, Operation Granby (the RAF's designation
for Gulf War operations) brought forth the
ageing Victor to fly in support of allied sorties
into Kuwait and Iraq.
Of the eight Victors involved in Granby, six
gained colourful and risqué nose art (courtesy
of Cpl. Andy Price of 55 Squadron) and were
named after crew chief's wives and/or
girlfriends.
Refuelling not only RAF aircraft, but also other
allied aircraft including US Navy types, the
Victor put in sterling service as usual.
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