Mach Loop - Hoodie Eric Lock During the conflict the Scout

During the conflict the Scout was operated by both the Army Air Corps and Royal Marines in the anti-tank role

so in 1955 the aircraft was re-designated the U-2 and was flown during the Cuban crisis

Its distinctive geodetic construction

249 Squadron stationed in Malta in 1942

English Electric Canberra PR9

Mach Loop - Hoodie Eric Lock During the conflict the ScoutThe Machynlleth Loop Aircrews who blast around the loop have another unrepeatable name for this low flying area, but it is commonly known as the 'Mach Loop' or Machynlleth Loop. LFA7 covers a series of valleys in North Wales and is favoured by 'Loopies' who like to capture dramatic images of aircraft training for low level roles. This fun tshirt features a map of the area on the back of the shirt.