Operation Black Buck 1

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_operations
gptkbp:aftermath increased tensions between UK and Argentina
gptkbp:aircraft_configuration Vulcan bomber specifications utilized
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Vulcan
gptkb:6
Vulcan performance evaluated
required extensive maintenance post-mission
gptkbp:aircrew_experience experienced aircrew involved
gptkbp:airpower_effectiveness assessed airpower effectiveness
gptkbp:allies involved collaboration with other military branches
gptkbp:arrangements gptkb:1
gptkbp:bomb_load 1,000 lb bombs
gptkbp:challenges faced significant logistical challenges
gptkbp:command_structure part of RAF command structure
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Wing_Commander_John_Reeve
gptkbp:conducted gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:consequences influenced public opinion in the UK
gptkbp:crew required specialized training for crews
gptkbp:crew_capacity 5 per aircraft
gptkbp:cultural_impact influenced films and literature about the Falklands War
gptkbp:date April 30, 1982
gptkbp:duration approximately 16 hours
gptkbp:enemy gptkb:Argentine_Air_Force
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Operation_Black_Buck_2
gptkbp:fuel_type air-to-air refueling required
gptkbp:has_ability demonstrated combat readiness of RAF
gptkbp:historical_analysis analyzed in military history studies
gptkbp:historical_context set in the context of Cold War tensions
gptkbp:historical_documentation documented in military archives
gptkbp:historical_impact demonstrated long-range bombing capabilities
gptkbp:historical_legacy part of the historical legacy of the RAF.
gptkbp:historical_significance notable event in military history
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Operation Black Buck 1
gptkbp:intelligence required prior intelligence gathering
gptkbp:international_response mixed international reactions
gptkbp:involved_forces gptkb:No._50_Squadron_RAF
gptkbp:launch_site gptkb:Ascension_Island
gptkbp:location gptkb:Port_Stanley
gptkbp:logistics complex logistical operation
gptkbp:media_coverage extensive media coverage
gptkbp:military_doctrine influenced military doctrine
gptkbp:military_lessons lessons for future air operations
gptkbp:military_strategy part of a broader military strategy
utilized specific military tactics
gptkbp:military_technology demonstrated military innovation
gptkbp:mission conducted post-mission assessments
gptkbp:mission_type strategic bombing
gptkbp:objective destroy enemy aircraft
demonstrate UK resolve
gptkbp:operations led to further operations in the conflict
gptkbp:outcome disrupt Argentine operations
successful strike
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Falklands_War
gptkbp:significance first use of the Vulcan bomber in combat since the 1960s
gptkbp:strategic_goals involved extensive strategic planning
aligned with strategic objectives of the UK
contributed to the eventual British victory
gptkbp:strategic_importance critical to the Falklands campaign
gptkbp:support post-mission debriefing conducted
gptkbp:target_coordinates -51.6167, -57.8667
gptkbp:targets Argentine airfield
gptkbp:type air strike
gptkbp:veterans recognized by veterans organizations
gptkbp:weather_conditions challenging weather conditions
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Lancaster_B._X
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5