Cold War Memories. 1956 Germany.
The squadron had recently been re equipped with a new type of aircraft. We normally didn`t fly at high altitude - but today I was about 50 yards behind my leader in a climbing turn to port. I had just thought how beautiful our new aircraft looked against the clear blue high altitude sky. It now started to "contrail" - which added even greater beauty.
At that moment Porky called "Reheat, Reheat - GO !!"
I will never forget that moment, as his afterburner kicked in .... His contrail had now became Enormous by comparison !!
It was one of the most memorable & beautiful moments in my life as I flew close alongside his contrail - enjoying the awareness of our speed - & how Lucky I was to be there experiencing such Beauty & Excitement !!
Wonderful Days !!!
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