Hardback – Lightning Preservation Group

Lightning Volume 2 Ian Black

avpinmike728 — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:18:05 +0000

Lightning Volume two builds on the very successful Lightning 1954-2014. Containing never seen before photos and information on the Lightning. No attempt has been made to cover individual aircraft histories or what lies beneath the skin as this has been covered adequately elsewhere -this is purely a photographic record of the highest quality.

The English Electric Lightning pushed the boundaries between man and machine. From the beginning captivating a generation of schoolboys and producing a group of elite fighter pilots not seen since the Battle of Britain.

From an engineers perspective it was always a love hate relationship, as few other aircraft have ever required such attention to stay serviceable.

This is Volume 2, following on from his critically acclaimed “Lightning 1954-2014”

Black Leader – George Black

avpinmike728 — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:59:56 +0000

The fascinating story of George Black’s flying career from its beginning on Hawker Hunters before transferring to Sea Hawks then the legendary English Electric Lightning.

The book also details when George flew with the RAF Historic Flight (the embryonic BBMF) through to his time with the first major field deployment of the Hawker Sidley Harrier.

Covering the trials and tribulations of a extraordinary flying career and packed with stunning pictures Black Leader is a must read for aviation fans everywhere.

English Electric Lightning Volume 2 ‘The Lightning Force’ Stewart A Scott

avpinmike728 — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:49:36 +0000

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

The Lightning Boys: True Tales from Pilots of the English Electric Lightning

avpinmike728 — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:39:25 +0000

According to a recent international study, the Lightning is the fifth most popular military aircraft of all time. It has many thousands of devotees who are a ready market for this timely and entertaining book which, with over 20 individual stories from former Lightning pilots, relates the highs and lows, and the dramas and the demands of those who operated this iconic aircraft from the sharp end.

Tales include the recollections of an aerobatic display pilot, an implausible yet true account of telepathic communication, and an extraordinary episode when a Lightning pilot on an exchange program with the French Air Force became embroiled in a mid-air collision. An unverified yet probably genuine world record is revealed in one of the chapters. The style, scope, and pace of this book will appeal to the general listener as well as to the enthusiast.

Lightning Volume 3 – The Manual by Ian Black

avpinmike728 — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:37:04 +0000

Lightning Volume 3: The Manual by Ian Black is a comprehensive reference guide to the English Electric Lightning, covering the aircraft’s design, systems, operation and service history. Written for aviation enthusiasts, historians and modellers, it provides an in-depth look at one of Britain’s most iconic Cold War fighters.

Packed with technical information, photographs and detailed illustrations, this volume is an essential addition to any English Electric Lightning collection.

Features

Written by Ian Black
Comprehensive guide to the English Electric Lightning
Covers design, systems, operation and service history
Includes detailed photographs and technical illustrations
High-quality reference book
Ideal for collectors, historians, modellers and aviation enthusiasts

Lightning from Inception to Preservation (Signed)

avpinmike728 — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:33:23 +0000

Richard Hall’s stunning new book takes the reader through the politics that threatened the Lightnings development, its ground-breaking design, its service career and many other aspects of its extraordinary history, Lightning: From Inception to Preservation is a comprehensive study of Britain’s first and only truly homegrown supersonic jet-powered interceptor.