An Introduction to the Nimrod

Film showing Nimrod MR1 maritime patrol aircraft in the air and on the ground as the roles of crew members are explained and the use of equipment carried is illustrated.

Film on the role, crew and capabilities of the Nimrod MR1 maritime patrol aircraft. Nimrods are seen in air-to-air footage, landing, on the ground and taking off as the narrator outlines the role of each crew member and the use of equipment fitted to the aeroplane. This includes the roles of routine and tactical navigators and use of a magnetic anomaly detector, radar, sonobuoys, cameras, navigation systems and a computer.