Harriers are birds of prey, meaning they hunt other animals for food.

Bird of Prey

There are several harrier species, so specifying the type can be helpful.

Specific Species

Harriers are often associated with open habitats, like marshes or fields.

Habitat Context

Harriers in sports often participate in cross-country, running across natural terrains.

Cross-Country Running

Harriers can be members of athletic clubs focused on running and endurance sports.

Athletic Clubs

The term 'harrier' for a runner is more common in British English than American English.

British Usage

Harrier jets can take off and land vertically, not needing a long runway.

Vertical Take-off

Harriers are primarily used by military forces and not commercial airlines.

Military Use

Harrier jets have a unique appearance, with nozzles for directing thrust.

Distinctive Design

 types of aircraft from Jumbo's to Harrier Jump Jet they carry out rigorous tests that push aircraft tires to more than four times their operational safety limits to ensure they can withstand all the stresses they might undergo they're tested on a dynamometer that simulates