Whirlwind Fighter - Hoodie Phantom F4-K Taffy Jones and Sydney Carlin

Taffy Jones and Sydney Carlin

This profile is Blenheim from 25 Squadron at RAF Debden

The volunteer group joined the Republic of China Air Force in 1941 to help defend China from the invasion of Japan

The Gnat first flew on 18th July 1955

Whirlwind Fighter - Hoodie Phantom F4-K Taffy Jones and Sydney CarlinWestland 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.