FlyPast March issue – 'Cold War Warriors' Special issue

‘Cold War Warriors’ special issue
We present a series of articles and images reflecting on the men and machines who flew in the ‘Cold War’, and profile an historic jet that still flies today.

Includes:
Eye in the Sky
Peter Thompson explains why the PR.9 was the best of the photo-recce Canberras.

‘Farmer’ Flight
Test pilot Valery Migunov recalls how he helped to develop the MiG-19 drone.

Sabre Survivor
We go air-to-air with Temora Aviation Museum’s superb CAC-built Sabre in Australia.

Struck by Lightning
Former RAF pilot Ian Black reflects on flying the ‘Ferrari of fighters’ – the English Electric Lightning.

Also in this issue:

Spotlight – Fairey Battle
The origins and history of a type that suffered grievous losses in the early stages of World War Two.

Memorial Flight
Sqn Ldr Dunc Mason flies the BBMF’s newly painted Spitfire, and talks to Steve Beebee about plans for 2014.

Hurricane Hero
Barry Marsden pays tribute to the valiant combat career of Frank Walker-Smith.

and much more!

FlyPast March 2014 issue is AVAILABLE NOW from WHSmith and other leading newsagents for just £4.30. Alternatively, order your copy from our online shop or download a digital version here.