In the public's imagination, the Red Arrows are pilots in the old 'fighter ace' storybook mould - daring, courageous superheroes. But they themselves are quick to play this down and stress that there is no place in their team for the risk-taking, devil-may-care type. The complex flying manoeuvres they perform call for a cool head, a disciplined approach, the ability to work as a member of a team and exceptional flying skills.
