The Frightening: English Electric Lightning Story
In 1960 the United Kingdom unveiled the English Electric Lightning: the first and only jet capable of reaching Mach 2 speeds that the UK ever fully produced. The Lightning was packed with state-of-the art technology including world first radar tech. The Lightning also features an incredibly unique engine placement that contributes to its iconic look and insane performance. Join us as we learn how English Electric Lightning helped re-shape the world of aerial combat.
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Great video!
A plane which could go faster than Concorde and fly higher than the American U 2 spyplane.
Awesome plane, great video. Thanks
AI 23,not A1 23 radar
i have sat in one of these,was at r.a.f.bimbrook many moons ago…20% airframe…80% engine.
The English electric lightning
Sorta carbon copied the mig 21 fish bed
But was also in competition with the
Lockheed Martin f-104 star fighter
For the Mach 2 the world speed record
Shalom dove 🕊️ of peace ☮️
basically a fishbed. with an extra engine
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Your quality of production is impressive. I especially like how you include the covers of the books that were your sources. Really looking forward for your future content