Whirlwind Fighter - Hoodie Phantom F4-K North American XB-70 Valkyrie

North American XB-70 Valkyrie

The Gnat first flew on 18th July 1955

The B variant is the short take-off and vertical landing type that is operated by the Royal Air Force

McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle

Whirlwind Fighter - Hoodie Phantom F4-K North American XB-70 ValkyrieWestland Whirlwind The Whirlwind entered service with the Royal Air Force as a heavy fighter in 1940. It was the most heavily armed and fastest fighters at the time and was used for ground attack missions over France, being particularly good at destroying locomotives. Due to engine and manufacturing problems the aircraft was replaced by the Hawker Typhoon in 1943.