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1 day ago · The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during, and after World War II. It was the only British fighter produced continuously throughout the war. The Spitfire remains popular among enthusiasts.
Jun 11, 2024 · A puff of bluish smoke erupts from the exhaust as the Rolls-Royce Merlin growls into action. Hurst’s colleague, Simon Groves, whips the chocks away and the plane wheels across the apron. During the...
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6 days ago · The Spitfire was a rare Mk VIII, the best of the Merlin-powered types according to Supermarine Chief Test Pilot Geoffrey Quill. It was all the rarer for being entirely original, with every skin panel and structural part the ones it had on the day it rolled out from the Supermarine works in Southampton.
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Jun 17, 2024 · The name "Spitfire" for the Supermarine fighter plane is not based on its military capabilities, but rather on a personal connection. Sir Robert McLean, the chairman of the manufacturer, had a...
6 days ago · The Story of the Spitfire : An Operational and Combat History. In a combat career that spanned the entirety of the Second World War, the Spitfire earned a reputation as the iconic fighter that friend and foe alike wanted to fly.
5 days ago · Definitions of spitfire. noun. a highly emotional and quick-tempered person (especially a girl or woman) see more.
Jun 15, 2024 · The iconic Supermarine Spitfire is showcased in a comprehensive Haynes manual, authorized by the Royal Air Force. Providing a distinctive viewpoint, the book delves into the ownership, restoration, and operation of the Spitfire, offering valuable insights into its engineering and construction.
