Ratch Posted July 15, 2018 Share Posted July 15, 2018 This kit is the 11-12-2013 issue of the iconic English Electric Lightning F.2A. The F Mk 2/2A was not designed as a replacement for the F Mk 1/1A, but for a different scenario from the outset. The final F Mk 2A standard was first reached on XN726 (c/n 95098). It retained the AI.23 radar, Firestreak armament and nose guns of the F Mk 2, while in every other way it looked like an F Mk 6. It was flown in this form for the first time by J.L. Dell on 28-3-68 and was passed on to No. 19 Squadron on 7-6-68. Of all the Lightning versions, the F Mk 2A was to become the best all-round performer. Its engine was optimised to the aircraft’s air intake, and although some 2,000lb (910kg) heavier than the F Mk 1A it could carry an extra 3,100lb (1405kg) of fuel. It still weighed some 500lb (230kg) lighter than the F Mk 6, and it was claimed to fly up to two hours at high level on internal fuel alone. Both Nos. 19 and 92 Squadrons soldiered on with the F Mk 2A until they were eventually replaced by the Phantom in the early months of 1977. Some F Mk 2/2As were delivered to BAC for its Saudi Arabian contract. XN793 was flown by Wing Commander J. B. Mitchell, Commanding Officer No. 92 Squadron, R.A.F. Gutersloh, August 1972. 25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob G Posted July 15, 2018 Share Posted July 15, 2018 That's a little bit orright mate! Lovely work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted July 15, 2018 Author Share Posted July 15, 2018 Thank you kind sir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corsairfoxfouruncle Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Great looking Lightning 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovely Pig Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Very nice indeed, wel done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redstaff Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Very nice build 😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil5208 Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Impresive, excellent nmf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeroplanedriver Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 I love an "inflight" display!! Nice job! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted July 16, 2018 Author Share Posted July 16, 2018 Thanks very much gents. The NMF is Alclad2 Dull Aluminium and I built this one in flight as my last one was in the green scheme and grounded. Thanks for your interest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Hello Ratch Impressicve Lightning it is !! Look great and congrats for the painting ! Spot on ! Sincerely. Corsaircorp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Love it Ratch,that's a cracking metal finish on her. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vultures1 Posted July 16, 2018 Share Posted July 16, 2018 Very nice! I like the 'dynamic' pose too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted July 16, 2018 Author Share Posted July 16, 2018 Thanks for the feedback guys, it's appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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