FlyPast March Issue – Cold War Special OUT NOW!

COLD WAR SPECIAL
A special section focusing on some of the many machines that played key roles in the Cold War.

FEATURING:

THE GREAT BEAR
Nikolay Yakubovich describes the early years of Tupolev’s iconic long-range bomber.

PHANTOMS OF THE RUHR
Ian Black remembers his days flying in the highly capable Phantom FGR.2.

LIGHTNING WAR
Hugh Trevor talks to Phil Isaac about his time arming classic jets in Saudi Arabia.

HUNTING HIGH AND LOW
Richard Paver looks at some of Europe’s airworthy Hawker Hunters.

THIS ISSUE ALSO FEATURES:

FLYING FORTRESS SHOWCASE
A B-17G made a special flight to mark a US museum’s fifth anniversary. Frank B Mormillo was there.

MOSQUITO TO SABRE
John Falconer describes the illustrious flying career of Mosquito pilot Gp Capt John Merifield.

BIGGIN HILL HURRICANE
Hawker Hurricane I AE977 has been rolled out in the markings of a Battle of Britain hero.

SAVING THE VULCAN
With its home earmarked for building development, we investigate the Wellesbourne Vulcan’s uncertain future.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT…FOCKE-WULF CONDOR

ORIGIN & HISTORY
We scrutinize the maritime patrol type’s history.

IN COMBAT
The Condor achieved many early successes, as detailed by Chris Goss.

and much more!

FlyPast March issue is AVAILABLE NOW from Key’s Online Shop for just £4.40. Alternatively, pick up your copy in WHSmith and other leading newsagents or click here to download a digital version from Pocketmags.