Gnat Boys
Gnat Boys
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The Folland Gnat was used by the RAF as a lead-in trainer for high-performance aircraft, including the Lightning and Yellowjacks formation aerobatic team. It was also used as a lightweight fighter by the Indian and Finnish air forces. This book covers the history of the aircraft and includes stories from those who flew it, including those from the Indian and Finnish air forces.
Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2022
Publisher: Grub Street Publishing
The Royal Air Force (RAF) extensively utilized the Folland Gnat during the 1960s and 1970s, primarily in the advanced training role. This aircraft proved to be an ideal lead-in trainer for high-performance aircraft, such as the iconic Lightning, the inaugural RAF supersonic fighter. Moreover, the Yellowjacks formation aerobatic team, established in 1964, was the forerunner of the world-renowned Red Arrows team, which operated the Gnat for over a decade before being replaced by the Hawk in 1980.
Lesser known, the Gnat was also employed as a lightweight fighter by both the Indian and Finnish air forces. In the case of India, the Gnat, later known as the 'Ajeet (Midge)', saw combat experience in the Indo-Pakistani wars, most notably in the Battle of Boyra.
Over 60 years since its first flight, several Gnats are still operated from North Weald Airfield in Essex by the Heritage Aircraft Trust under the brand, the Gnat Display Team. This book chronicles the aircraft's history, featuring numerous fascinating and untold stories by those who flew the aircraft, including renowned and distinguished aviators from the Indian and Finnish air forces. Additionally, there is a focus on the civilian life of the Gnat in the 21st century, with accounts from individuals who continue to fly the aircraft with the Heritage Aircraft Trust.
Gnat Boys is poised to become one of the most sought-after books about aviation, covering a very special era in aviation history. It is a must-read for everyone with an interest in stories of human trial and endeavour.
Weight: 870g
Dimension: 164 x 241 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781911667261
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