In 1982, Two Modern Aircraft Carriers Almost Went to War We can thank a day of unusually mild weather on May 1, 1982 for leaving us with many more living Argentinian and British sailors and aviators today than might otherwise have been the case. Here's What You Need To Remember: The Argentine attack would have resulted in high casualties among the pilots - but it was expected that the damage caused would be worth it. Fortunately, because the wind was not blowing that day, it was decided that the planes would not take off. On the afternoon of May 1, 1982, crewmen on the deck of the Argentine ...