Fairey Swordfish in Fleet Air Arm Service 1936 to 1945

Affectionately known as the Stringbag by its crews, the Fairey Swordfish is one of World War Two s most iconic and recognizable biplane aircraft. Introduced in to Royal Navy, Fleet Air Arm service in 1936, the aircraft wasn t operationally retired until May 1945, and despite its obsolescent and antiquated looks, outlived several more modern types intended to replace it, remaining in front-line service through to the end of the war in Europe. A British classic, and well timed to coincide with the recently released 1/72 scale kit from Airfix, this is another illustration and photos publication."