Enjoying continuous frontline service with the RAF for nearly 30 years, the supersonic English Electric Lightning jet was the Spitfire of its era and the last of a special breed of fighter aircraft: single-seat, all-British, magnificently overpowered and possessing delightful handling qualities. During its lifetime it became the favourite mount for jet fighter pilots and thrilled the crowds at countless air displays with its spectacular speed and awesome performance. Former Lightning pilot Ian Black brings a level of level of insight into operating the Lightning that is second to none
Author Biography
Former RAF Lightning pilot Ian Black also flew the Phantom and Tornado F3, and the Mirage 2000 with the French Air Force. He is now an A330 Airbus captain with Virgin Atlantic. Ian is author of the Haynes McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom and RAF Tornado Manuals. He lives in Surrey.
