thats the way I remember it
There's a little more detail in the latest version of the story on cnn.com (excerpts):
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Most pilots said they were unable to achieve the objectives of the mission -- to hit the Republican Guard armored brigade, knock out its tanks and pierce its artillery. They spent a few hours in the air defending themselves and trying to get out of the area.
The attack force did not expect such strong resistance from what they thought were mostly civilian areas, Penhaul reported.
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One pilot described the situation as "a hornet's nest," as small arms fire and anti-aircraft fire came from "all sides."
Most pilots said they sustained 15 to 20 rounds.
One pilot said his helicopter was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade, which took out one of the engines, Penhaul reported.