The Lightning was the only single-seat supersonic fighter of British design to see service with the RAF. It was operational from 1960 - 1987. The aircraft possessed exceptional climb and altitude performance, being capable of speeds in excess of Mach 2.
The Lightning was the only single-seat supersonic fighter of British design to see service with the RAF. It was operational from 1960 - 1987. The aircraft possessed exceptional climb and altitude performance, being capable of speeds in excess of Mach 2.
