FlyPast August Issue – OUT NOW

Featuring:

Hurricane Masterclass
No fewer than ten Hurricanes are airworthy or being made airworthy by Suffolk-based Hawker Restorations Ltd. Steve Beebee looks at their current projects.

Flying Legends
As Duxford prepares to host this year’s Flying Legends airshow, we offer a sneak preview of the event.

Lancaster Leader
Patrick Otter pays tribute to Wg Cdr David Holford, a Lancaster pilot known for his leadership and courage.

Tigercat Returns
Michael O’Leary reports on the restoration of a warbird used for many years as a fire-bomber.

Hero Hawker
The history of the Historic Aircraft Collection’s Hawker Hurricane.

PLUS!
Spotlight – De Havilland Mosquito
The ‘Wooden Wonder’ in detail

Includes…
Origin and History
Too quick to catch – Doug Hall traces the history of this incredible aircraft.

Contemporaries Compared
We compare the Mosquito to two of the other twin-engined fighters of the day.

Men Behind the Mosquito
Air Cdre Graham Pitchfork examines a trio of pilots who made the ‘Mossie’ such a potent weapon of war.

In Combat
Andrew Thomas describes 23 Squadron’s pioneering intruder operations and their success against enemy air bases.

Mosquito Survivors
The Worldwide Mosquito survivors listed.

And much more!

FlyPast August Issue is AVAILABLE NOW from WHSmith and other leading newsagents for just £4.20. Alternatively, order your copy with FREE P&P* from our online shop.

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