The Mike Wildeman Story – Part 3
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This is the concluding part of my interview with Mike Wildman, an amputee pilot who has had a fascinating career in aviation. The first part covered Mike’s life in the Royal Air Force flying, the second concerned his life changing decision to have part of his left leg removed and his fight to lead the world’s first disabled formation display team. In this final section Mike tells us about creating Team Phoenix Air and flying the stunning Yak 50. Mike leading the Bader Bus Company team   The Ultimate High Flying Experience   The interview with Mike, filmed by Nevil Bounds   Team Phoenix Air formation display   Sherill from Team Phoenix   The Yaks   The Yaks   The proposed 2022 air show highlights   The Yakovlevs in the air   The home of the Yakovlevs   How to get in touch with Mike Wildman   Images under Creative Commons licence with thanks to Mike Wildman, Nevil Bounds, The Bader Bus Company, Ultimate High, Team Phoenix Air and the Yakovlevs.
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