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.