Chris Bolton
@CcibChris
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RT @nexta_tv: ⚡️⚡️ UK to deliver 5,000 air defence missiles to Ukraine — deal to be signed today. Reuters reports on a new military aid pac….
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Convair F-106 Delta Dart was an all-weather interceptor aircraft developed by Convair for USAF during the Cold War. It served primarily Air Defense Command (ADC) considered the ultimate development of Convair delta-wing interceptor family, which included the F-102 Delta Dagger.
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The good old days for me. Using 2000lbs/min in burner on catapult. Delays could seriously affect your endurance!
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The Cold War! Saab 37 Viggen Fighter jets slicing through a frozen wilderness runway like it's just another day at the office. Precision, power, and pure Nordic grit in motion.
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British Airways Concorde landing, from the Barbados Golf Club in Barbados, in the Caribbean. Photo credit: Barbados Golf Club
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RT @timfarmer: In 1948 we decided it was about time have an aircraft that could launch from a mothership so we built the McDonnell XF-85 Go….
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Douglas F4D-1 Skyray carrier-based interceptor developed for USN/USMC during early Cold War. Nicknamed the "Ford" (based on its designation, F4D) First flown 1951 entering service 1956, outstanding climb rates and accel. first Navy/ Marine Corps capable of M1.0 in level flight.
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RT @timfarmer: Straight out of the 40's, first time seeing footage or hearing of the Northrop XP-89 Scorpion. I say it's badass from the na….
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RT @thef35: Final finishes are underway on Belgium’s first in-country F-35, preparing the jet for its first flight. 🖌️. The F-35 is usherin….
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BAe Sea Harrier FA2 British naval fighter aircraft operated primarily by RN. an upgraded version of original FRS1 and renowned for its air-to-air combat capabilities. retired 2006, ahead of introduction of F-35B, due to budget constraints and strategic reviews.
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