The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.

In the 1982 War, apart from Port Stanley airport, Pucaras were also operated from two small grass improvised airfields at Goose Green and Pebble Island. They were used in the reconnaissance role and shot down a Royal Marines Scout on May 28, the only confirmed Argentine air-to-air victory of the war.