Much food for thought this month. Ray Ball’s beautiful Victor tanker conversion skips just a step ahead of the aftermarket to tell the story of one of the most singular combat operations undertaken by the RAF since World War II. The Black Buck saga will be known to many who have enjoyed the sight of XH558 at air shows over the years but the Victor’s crucial part in the mission is all too often overlooked.
I am very pleased to present a detailed look at the Revell Euroighter by Peter Doyle. Peter’s knowledge goes well below the skin on many modern and contemporary types and it’s another of those articles that offer a great deal of insight and ancillary information to help you make a more accurate model. Just wait until we unleash his piece on the Airix Provost…