THE 617 Squadron, the famed Dambusters of World War Two, has reformed and will provide F.35 jets to Britain’s latest aircraft carrier, HMS Queen Elizabeth.

And, marking the anniversary of the raid, artist Mike Fuller has stepped in to raise money for the 617 Squadron Association.

Mike, who lives near Minehead, has produced two limited edition prints and for every one sold a donation will be made to the Association, which keeps the squadron’s history alive.

“For many years I was an aircraft illustrator with BAC at Brooklands and used to walk by replicas of the grand slam and tall boy bombs that 617 used on their famous raids,” said Mike.

“Since moving to Somerset, I have turned my technical illustrator skills into producing highly detailed prints of famous aircraft, ships and motor cars.

“I am particularly proud that I have been given to opportunity to produce prints of Johnny Johnson’s Aircraft T-Tommy, which was involved in the famous raid, and he has even signed a few which we will be offering over the next few weeks.”

The second print that Mike has produced is of Laurence (Benny) Goodman’s Lancaster, which attacked the Arnsberg viaduct on March 19, 1945.

“Benny has signed this print, so to have two famous veterans endorsing my work is fantastic,” said Mike.

The chairman of 617 Squadron Association, Wing Commander Andy Walters said: “Mike has provided two stunning prints of these two aircraft which were shown to the veterans at our anniversary dinner at Woodhall Spa and they were both delighted.

“The accuracy is truly amazing and I am sure that they will become collector’s items.”

The artist-signed prints are limited to 1,000 of each and include the association’s logo. An A4 print costs £25 and an A3 is £35, plus postage and packing. They can be obtained directly from Mike – contact profileprintsgallery @gmail.com or call 01643 821782 and leave a message.