Richard Peck (RAF officer)

Richard Peck (born c. 1913, died July 1993) was a British Royal Air Force (RAF) officer during World War II, noted for his key role in developing and implementing advanced radar countermeasures.

Peck was a key figure in the No. 100 Group RAF, a specialist unit dedicated to electronic warfare. He was instrumental in understanding and combating German radar technology. He developed and refined tactics and equipment designed to jam, confuse, and exploit enemy radar systems. His efforts significantly contributed to the success of Bomber Command operations by reducing bomber losses.

Details of Peck's early life and education are scarce, but his expertise in electronics and radio technology led him to be involved in the early development of radar countermeasures. He rose through the ranks during the war, becoming a recognized authority in the field. His work involved not only developing new jamming techniques but also analyzing captured German radar equipment and intelligence to better understand the enemy's capabilities.

Following the war, Peck continued to work in the field of electronics and defence technology, although specific details of his post-war career are not widely publicized. His wartime contributions remain an important part of the history of electronic warfare and the RAF's efforts to counter German technological advances.