RAF “Lightning Delight” Postcard 1965 – 56, 111, 19 & 92 Sqdn Jet Formation

RAF “Lightning Delight” Postcard 1965 – 56, 111, 19 & 92 Sqdn Jet Formation

Rare 1965 aviation postcard showcasing iconic English Electric Lightnings in flight — a tribute to Cold War RAF interceptor squadrons.

Measurements: approx. 8 1/4 x 5 7/8 inches

Dates: n/a

Condition: In decent condition, please see images. 

Internal notes: QC passed

Captured in an unforgettable moment of Cold War aviation prowess, this evocative postcard features four English Electric Lightnings in tight formation, streaking through the skies in polished silver and squadron livery. The aircraft hail from 56, 111, 19, and 92 Squadrons, immortalised in a 1965 photograph by Richard Wilson. Each aircraft reflects the vibrant individual insignias and tail markings unique to its unit, suspended in harmonious symmetry against a crisp blue sky.

Produced by the Lincolnshire Lancaster Committee, this postcard titled “Lightning Delight” was issued with the generous permission of the original photographer. It commemorates the formidable interceptor legacy of the Royal Air Force during the Cold War period, with the Lightnings forming the first line of defence against potential Soviet air incursions. These jets were famed not only for their blistering speed and vertical climb capabilities but for their iconic twin-engine design and pure British aeronautical engineering.

For collectors, aviation enthusiasts, and RAF historians alike, this card holds a deep nostalgic value, a striking example of how artistry and airpower converge. It reminds us of the responsibility to preserve stories of courage and engineering excellence, safeguarding them for future generations. Let this postcard become a treasured addition to your archive — a window into Britain’s post-war aerial supremacy and squadron heritage.