With regards to the British aircraft being shot down by a patriot there had to have been a problem with the aircrafts IFF (Indentification friend or Foe) system. If it had been working properly this shouldn't have happened. I worked on these and other aircraft electronics while in the Navy. I would think the Americans would have tried to contact the aircraft using radio before firing on them though. It definitely sucks that this stuff happens, too often in my opinion. The real battles haven't even started yet. Wait till the push into Bagdad starts. I just hope the coalition forces aren't shooting each other on accident. GOD BLESS THE U.S & U.K !!!!!! Bring em home safe....... :flowers: