FlyPast February 2012 Issue – OUT NOW

Featuring:

Duxford’s ‘Miss Pick Up’
Rachel Morris tells the story behind the new nose-art of Duxford’s Catalina.

Fly Navy
Lee Howard celebrates the fourth decade of a national institution – the Royal Navy Historic Flight.

Glory Days
Bert Wells served as a mechanic during World War I. Pete Howard presents memories from Bert’s days in occupied Germany.

From the Workshop – Avro Vulcan
Steve Beebee checks up on the winter maintenance programme for Avro Vulcan XH558.

Hawker ‘Horrible’
Peter Green and Andrew Thomas chart the Hawker Audax’s time in India.

Remembering the Neptune
Two pilots talk to Tony Fairbairn about their days flying the Lockheed Neptune with Coastal Command.

Spotlight on…
North American B-25 Mitchell

Origin and History
A look back at the history of the famous twin-engined bomber that played such a crucial role.

Contemporaries Compared
We compare the B-25 to two similar US bombers.

Men Behind the Mitchell
Michael O’Leary talks to combat veterans who took the B-25 into battle and recounts their dramatic experiences.

B-25 Mitchell in Profile
Pete West artwork of a Mitchell that flew with the RAF’s 180 Squadron.

Inside the Mitchell
Cutaway artwork of a B-25.

and much more!

FlyPast February 2012 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.

*UK and BFPO only