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visit nu.edu-forthslash-v-e-t. This is the Fighter Pilot Podcast episode 132. Put down your tea,

take your hand off that biscuit, and watch out for that lorry because it's UK month. That's right,

February is nothing but British aircraft, guests, and jargon that will make even her majesty the

Queen chuffed. And it all starts this week with a look at the English Electric Lightning.

Play me!

Strap in for the Fighter Pilot Podcast, the internet radio show that explores the fascinating

world of air combat, the aircraft, the weapon systems, and most importantly, the people.

Now, here's your host, retired US Navy Fighter Pilot, Vincent Iolo.

All right, I know that was pretty bad. I can hear the groans already. Well, bear with me,

I've only been to the UK once and that was just for a gas stop on my way to the Netherlands. And

you know, to be honest, I don't remember what base we stopped at, but it was in F-18s back in 99

on the JFK. Otter, you were my wingman out there if you remember, help me out because I don't know,

but anyway, hello and welcome to the Fighter Pilot Podcast. I am your host, Jello. This is

episode 132 and we are talking all about the English Electric Lightning. And that was actually

on purpose because as you'll find out, this thing is a bizarre aircraft. But anyway, our guest will

be retired Air Force squadron leader Ian Black. And he'll be along shortly, but anyway, what's up?

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