article_snippet.sent: vital details of the RAF's main base on the Falklands Islands could be used as 'an invasion guide' by Argentina, with the technical information providing excellent intelligence to any Argentine bombers sent to attack the Falklands Islands.
article_snippet.sent: the Falklands Islands are defended by a squadron of RAF Typhoon aircraft operating from Mount Pleasant aerodrome on West Falkland, supported by a refueling tanker to extend the Falklands Islands operational area .
article_snippet.sent: The airstrip, pictured, is home to four Europfighter Typhoon aircraft tasked with defending the Falklands Islands .
article_snippet.sent: the Falklands Islands are defended by modern Europfighter Typhoon aircraft, supported by Rapier surface-to-air missiles and 1,200 troops.
article_snippet.sent: The jets are housed in hangers just off the main runway where The jets can be airborne quickly to intercept any potential aircraft inbound from Argentina in the event of a new conflict .
article_snippet.sent: The Cold War-era jet has a maximum range of 650 miles - which means The Cold War-era jet could attack the Falklands Islands and return to Argentina without the need to refuel.
highlights_snippet.sent: Mount Pleasant aerodrome is home to four Eurofighter Typhoon jets .
  