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Online Catalogue > Magazines > Back Issues > FlyPast > 2009 > FlyPast February 2009

	Flypast - February 2009 - SOLD OUT News Douglas Boston for Hendon Spitfire roll-out in New Zealand Shackleton's future secured 'Jag' preserved at Manston Privateer warbird? 'Great War' exhibition opens News on Other Pages Canada gets ready for its 100th milestone 'Stealthy' DFS 230 assault glider goes on show New life for retired airliners Features Spitting Fire Gp Capt Nigel Walpole relates 234 Squadron's exceptional part in the Battle of Britain, including September 4 when it 'bagged' an unprecedented 15 'kills'. Ordained to Fly Starting a three-part tribute to the late John D R Rawlings, based on his exceptional diary. Silent Blitzkrieg It took German glider-borne troops just 15 minutes to neutralise the 'impregnable' Eben-Emael fortress. Roger Soupart explains how. Secrets of the 'James Bond' B-17 The CIA's 'body-snatcher' and star of the film Thunderball is unveiled by Scott A Thompson. Plus we profile Keith Woodcock and his specially-commissioned painting. Beach Boneyard Simon Gifford describes the fortunes of an airfield on Crete that became a haven for wrecks from both Allied and Axis forces. Regulars Ton-up Aviation 100 years ago. Our Very Own The 'Welsh Dragons' - 614 Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force. Find it, Move it Ken Ellis reports on the work of Retro Aviation. Aviation Art We profile the legendary Michael Turner. FlyPost Readers' letters and comments. 'Ops' Board Where to go and what to see. What's New Product reviews. Finals The Handley Page Victor Mk.2 is 50. In Focus 'Flat Tops' - Aircraft carriers special Midway Magic Jarrod Cotter boarded the mighty Midway, now a major attraction in San Diego. Marine 'Eyes' McDonnell's wonderful Banshee is the subject or our special artwork. Carrier Rating Cdr David Hobbs presents an essential briefing on Royal Navy aircraft carriers. 'Deep Six' Dramatic proof that instantaneous reactions and a Martin-Baker ejection seat can change your prospects! Honour, Educate and Inspire Nigel Price looks at the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum, which re-opened in New York in late 2008. Special Pull-Out Guide Two must-have sections to help you plan 2009. Our preview of major UK airshows and the Take to the Skies guide - where to fly in a warbird of classic type. Last Chance! Subscribe now at 2008 rates - turn to page 43 for details of our great deals! Front Cover Bale Out! Michael Turner's fantastic depiction of Alex Henshaw leaving Spitfire IX MJ190 at 470mph on October 13, 1943. His left boot hit the tailplane and was lost and the parachute only just deployed. This is the front cover of Michael's new book Alex Henshaw - A Flying Legend to be launched on February 4. Turn to page 48 for a profile of Michael.- WWW.STUDIO88.CO.UK Visit the Flypast homepage Price: £3.95

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