Live Firing And Ospreys On Exercise Black Jaguar

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Published on March 22, 2016 8:00:00 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1MV4Jxl_AY

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It was an unusual commute to work for some members of 4th Battalion The Parachute Regiment (4 PARA) as they arrived at Exercise Black Jaguar by Osprey.

For many it was their first experience of a flight in this unique US aircraft.

4 PARA is the UKs largest infantry reserve battalion and this is the climax of their training year when members come from across the country to hone their skills and prove they really are ready should they need to deploy.



In the past there have been three reserve battalions in the Parachute Regiment. Now they are down to one but there are ambitions for this to change.

With more highlights like live firing and the odd osprey dropping by, they are likely to have some new recruits keen for a slice of the action.

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