Description
English Electric Lightning: The Lightning Force Volume Two continues the detailed history of the iconic English Electric Lightning, documenting its development, operational service and the people who flew and maintained it.
Building on the first volume, this edition includes around 800 photographs, line drawings and diagrams, covering the introduction of the F.6 and its relationship to the earlier F.2A. It also explores Lightning flying careers, operational and experimental test flying, radar tactics and training, maintenance engineering and a comprehensive reference section detailing the history of individual aircraft.
Researched using original source material and contributions from over 300 former Lightning pilots and engineers, this authoritative hardback is an invaluable resource for aviation historians, enthusiasts and anyone with an interest in the English Electric Lightning.
Features
- Hardback edition
- Comprehensive history of the English Electric Lightning
- Approximately 800 photographs, drawings and diagrams
- Covers the F.6, F.2A and later operational developments
- Includes pilot accounts, engineering and training information
- Essential reference for Lightning enthusiasts and collectors






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