Original sentence: The F-14 wing leader alleged "excessive hostile actions and intentions", which led the air warfare commander aboard  to give the pilots the signal "warning yellow, weapons hold"; this meant the F-14s could open fire if necessary.The Libyans began aggressive head-on maneuvering in an effort to get into firing position on the two F-14s
Edited sentence: The F-14 wing leader reported "excessive hostile actions and intentions", which led the air warfare commander aboard  to give the pilots the signal "warning yellow, weapons hold"; this meant the F-14s could open fire if necessary.The Libyans began aggressive head-on maneuvering in an effort to get into firing position on the two F-14s ⁠– ⁠a clear sign of hostile intent