The English Electric Lightning supersonic fighter jet, 1954 -2

The video provides an overview of the English Electric Lightning, a significant RAF fighter jet known for being the first to exceed the speed of sound in level flight. It highlights the aircraft's design, featuring two large engines and advanced weaponry, and its primary role in intercept missions during its service. Despite its limited production, the Lightning was a masterful aircraft, serving until 1988. The video also covers its global deployments and enduring legacy, noting that it never fired in combat but was crucial in deterring threats.

How did the Lightning's guided missiles and radar enhance its combat effectiveness?

What was the fate of the Lightning after it left RAF service in 1988?