In continuous front-line service with the RAF for nearly thirty years. It was the last of a rare breed: single seat, entirely British, magnificently over-powered and possessing delightful handling qualities. Because of Ian Black's status as a pilot, fellow squadron aircrew felt totally at ease with his requests for air-to-air photography. This unrivalled access has resulted in a unique collection of stunning colour photographs. In this much-awaited new edition, an additional chapter examines the 'civilian' Thunder City Lightning operation at Cape Town in South Africa, and takes the Lightning story into the 21st century.

200 colour illustrations. Hardback. 192pp