English Electric/Bac Lightning Manual: 1954 to 1988 (all marks and models)
Author:   Ian Black
Publisher:   Haynes Publishing Group
ISBN:  

9780857337689


Pages:   160
Publication Date:   18 November 2018
Format:   Hardback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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English Electric/Bac Lightning Manual: 1954 to 1988 (all marks and models)


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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

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Author:   Ian Black
Publisher:   Haynes Publishing Group
Imprint:   J H Haynes & Co Ltd
ISBN:  

9780857337689


ISBN 10:   0857337688
Pages:   160
Publication Date:   18 November 2018
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Postponed Indefinitley
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock.

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* The latest classic aircraft to receive the Haynes Manual treatment * Unique insights into the RAF's legendary Mach 2+ Cold War interceptor fighter by a former Lightning pilot * Author Ian Black is an acclaimed aviation writer and photographer. * Examines the aircraft from the viewpoints of its aircrew and ground engineers * Fully illustrated with the author's own colour photos from his extensive collection and official BAC technical illustrations

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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.

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