The Gloster Javelin was optimized for intercepting high-flying bombers rather than close-range maneuvering combat. Equipped with radar, missiles, and cannon, it was capable of engaging targets at ...

Britain’s aviation industry last week was taking one of its heaviest shellackings since the Battle of Britain. The walloping came from a wartime R.A.F. squadron leader named William A. Waterton, who ...

The 30,000 pound Gloster Javelin prototype was constantly observed by spectators, but its early flights were marred by severe technical problems. During a high-speed trial, the aircraft suffered a ...