HMS Illustrious R-06, date and location unknown.

HMS Illustrious R-06 seen in September 1983.

1986: A hard landing for a Harrier on HMS Illustrious R-06.

(Photo courtesy of Lt. Vic Warrington, R.N.)

Another voew of the Harrier.

(Photo courtesy of Lt. Vic Warrington, R.N.)

A Wessex Sea King damaged when the aft aircraft lift on HMS Illustrious R-06 failed.

(Photo courtesy of Lt. Vic Warrington, R.N.)

A Wessex Sea King damaged when the aft aircraft lift on HMS Illustrious R-06 failed.

(Photo courtesy of Lt. Vic Warrington, R.N.)