Flying the Lightning! | Derek "Grinner" Smith (In-Person Part 1)

Grinner shares what it was like to fly the mighty English Electric Lightning which includes the background of the jet, his training, first flight, insights to the weapons and the systems, DACT and much more.
Strap in and enjoy!

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