In May 1941, Swordfish participated in the pursuit and sinking of the German battleship "Bismarck". On 24 May, nine Swordfish from conducted a late night sortie against the "Bismarck"; under deteriorating weather conditions; using ASV radar, the flight were able to spot and attack the ship, resulting in a single torpedo hit that only caused minor damage. Damage resulting from evasive manoeuvres against the Swordfish, however, was credited with slowing the ship, making it easier for "Bismarck" to be located and for her enemies to catch up.