No. 11 Squadron reformed at RAF Leuchars in 1 April 1967 with Lightning F6s.  The squadron operated from RAF Leuchars until 1972, when they joined the Lightning F6-equipped 5 Squadron at Binbrook.  Like its sister squadron, 11 Squadron acquired a small number of Lightning F3s for air display and target facilities work; the F3s operated with 11 squadron until 1986.  Two years later 11 Squadron would stand down on 30 June 1988 as the last operational user of the Lightning.

The two black eagles of 11 Squadron's badge signify speed and strength, and commemorate the fact that the squadron operated two-seat aircraft during World War I. 

Markings are provided for one Lightning F3 in the mid-1970s green and dark gray camoflage over natural metal undersides.  Type B roundels and fin flashes are provided.  No stenciling is provided, the modeler being referred either to Trumpeter's stencil decal or Xtradecal 32019.  Designs are sharply printed and in perfect register.  

A nice decal sheet with plenty of potential for adaptation to other Lightning variants, and, with some help from other Xtradecals or the spares box, even other color schemes for 11 Squadron.

Review sample provided by Hannant's.

REFERENCES:

Lake, Jon: "English Electric Lightning"; Wings of Fame Volume 7, 1997

Aviation Picture Hangar website:  http://www.aviation-picture-hangar.co.uk/Lightning.html  

October 2009