Nigel Walpole Livres

A highly detailed yet personal account of a key RAF base during the Cold War. RAF Br ggen was home to nuclear strike aircraft. Account of the Br ggen's TornadoWing in Operation Engadine over the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia.

A comprehensive history of the V1 flying bombs and rockets that were targeted at London during the Nazi offensive.

Focusing on the tactical reconnaissance capabilities of the Hunter FR10, the book details its operational use from 1961 to 1970. The aircraft, already effective in ground attack, was equipped with advanced Vinten F95 cameras, enhancing its reconnaissance role. Retaining heavy armament for defense and target marking, it required skilled pilots adept in solo navigation at high speeds and low altitudes, primarily experienced fast jet pilots on their second or third tours.

A first-hand view of the daily dramas on the front line in Europe throughout the Cold War. Includes a number of interviews with former Warsaw Pact pilots, so the story is revealed from both sides of the Iron Curtain.

The Supermarine Swift was rushed into service with the RAF during 1954 to become Britain's first second-generation jet fighter. In this role it was not deemed a success and has been burdened with a bad reputation since that time. It was eventually replaced by the famous Hawker Hunter that had been extensively delayed because of teething troubles. This book covers the development and operational history of a vital aircraft that is a part of aviation legend.

The fastest and most exciting aircraft of the 1950s and 60s.

Many unpublished photographs. Many first-hand accounts from pilots. The Hunter is acclaimed as Britains most beautiful jet fighter.