Joe Maxwell co-author of “Fouga Magister An Irish Perspective” delivers an illustrated presentation at Shannon Aviation Museum on 11 October 2025 at 2pm.
The talk covers the background history on the Beziers-based Fouga company, its designers and aircraft development. Content includes the Potez and Irish connection plus the first Irish encounter with the Fouga in the Congo in 1961.
Topics address procurement by the Irish Air Corps and service with the Light Strike Squadron. The presentation features the Silver Swallows Aerobatic Display Team.
