John "JP" Peters - Tornado Down, Part 1 

I had the pleasure to meet John Peters AND John Nichols when they were on XV squadron at Laarbruch, and I was a Phantom-driver with the 81st FS at Spangdahlem. We did a squadron exchange in July and Aug of 1990: they deployed our base for a week, and then we went to theirs. It was a wonderful time of camaraderie, flying, food, fun, games, but mostly: friendship. As the Project Officer, I got a ride in ZA549, a specially-painted Tornado for XV’s 75th anniversary. None of us had any idea we would all be deployed to Bahrain by Dec for Desert Shield and Storm: we at Sheikh Isa Air Base at the south end of the island, and XV at Muharaq, the civilian airport at the north end. Seeing JP and John Nichols on TV three days into the war, and saying to myself: “Holy Christ…those guys had dinner at my HOUSE!!” made the war a lot more personal….as did Clarke and Woods’ shootdown six weeks later. 😢 Great to see this clip, and cheers to you, JP from Spike. 😎👍🏻

Had the pleasure of being professionally coached by JP. A great man with some great insights

I met JP as a kid at an airshow and he and Mr. Nichol signed a bookmark to go with my Tornado Down book. Lovely guy. I couldn't serve as I'm a bad asthmatic but JP remains an inspiration.

It was an intense episode and it's just the first part, can't wait for the rest of it.

I see a new 10 percent true upload I hit the like button without blinking. EDIT..... That was a fabulous interview. Honest, frank, and John explains the situation in a very direct no BS manner. Absolutely riveting. Another guest we could listen to for hours and it feels like 15 minutes. Bravo guys. Bravo. Bring on pt. 02

Just over 50 minutes into this but I felt compelled to comment. This is an incredible look into John's mind and the RAF's tactics as well. It's fascinating listening to be honest, what an insight!

Had the privilege of recently attending 2 of John's talks on the Queen Mary 2 transatlantic run. Excellent presentations. John upholds the finest traditions and standards of the Royal Air Force in every sense.

I am chuffed that John mentioned the regiment I served in, which is "The Royal Green Jackets". Even though I have been out of the Army for many years, it is always exciting to hear my regiment being acknowledged, particularly by someone like John. I grew up as an RAF brat and lived in Laarbruch for three years during the early 80s. Another brilliant interview. You are brilliant at this stuff.

A very thoughtful interview. I think this is the first time I've heard John Peters / interviewed.

I met you and JN at Mildenhall by a pink Tonka, never was i so glad to shake two hands 👌🕊🇬🇧

Possibly the best interview in the history of the channel, certainly one of the best. Great to have such an insight from JP on the logic, tactics, emotions and all the rest of it. Very candid too. Looking forward to part two.

I was waiting to pick up my son from an event at Goodwood the other day, when a speaker at an event in the outside bar began his talk. He asked a couple of questions of the audience, “who has been in the military”, “who has been shot at” etc. I just couldn’t place who the speaker was but I knew I recognised him. I got home, and this video popped up, and instantly I thought “DOH! Now I know who it was!”. Can’t wait to listen to this interview.

This is going to be a good interview Edit: you never fight the enemy of which your prepared to fight against. It will and always has been that way because war is political not moral

One of the books I'll never be without on the shelf, when things are bad this will make you feel it could be worse... Tornado Down, and House to House, David Bellavia...

A fascinating interview Steve. You did a great job steering the conversation. When “JP” said (a couple of times) that flying fast jets is better than…. (pregnant pause)… I thought he was going to say “sex” 😅

Hello , waited many years and this didn’t disappoint Thank you John for your service Looking forward to part 2 and beyond

That was enthralling. Looking forward to part 2!

Fantastic interview and a lot respect to John "JP" Peter absolutely amazing person .Love this one " Your brief is WIN !" :)

Superb interview Steve.

Great interview. New pov from RAF during gulf 1. Makes sense.

Great interview, cheers

So far so excellent. Bring on part 2. 👏🏼 👏🏼

Excellent interview

I had the pleasure of seeing JP walking into Starbucks the other day

Thumbs up if anyone is building a Tornado Kit in 1/72 scale while listening to this :-D

Mega interview, great work Steve. Very much looking forward to part 2!

Great episode as always Steve ❤️🤘.

What a great episode. Thank you

Exceptional. Thank you Steve and John.

Just saw this upload, cant wait to listen. Thanks for podcasts, please keep it up 👍

I would just love to sit down and listen to this man talk.

My follow up to fast jets (f-4's) was car racing. Going fast is addictive!

I have seen this guys face before but never heard his voice. It doesnt match his look at all.

I really have trouble listening to this guy, his voice grates on me so much 😂