How the Spitfire became British symbol of freedom

A look at the iconic combat aircraft, 90 years on from its first flight, and why it was the people's plane.

What makes the Spitfire so iconic after 90 years?

"Well apart from being totally gorgeous as an aeroplane, it's a symbol." Thursday marks the 90th anniversary of the first ...

Spitfire's maiden flight marked in home city 90 years on

A tribute flypast and new plaques are planned for the Supermarine Spitfire's anniversary.

Spitfire takes to the skies again, 90 years after its first flight

As the elliptical wings rose into the blue, marking 90 years to the hour since the first flight of the aeroplane that saved ...
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WW2 drama based on incredible true story of Spitfire ace 'one of the best'

Audiences have praised a BBC drama chronicling the devastating journey of a Spitfire pilot as an overlooked treasure worthy of being shown in "high school history class." First Light, Helmed by ...
The National Interest

Ronnie Scott, World War II Spitfire Pilot, Dies at 107

Ronald David Scott was born on October 20, 1917, to a Scottish father, Roy Douglas Scott (a Boer War veteran and a dragoon in World War I and one of the first referees in Argentine rugby), and an ...
Radio Prague International

Legendary RAF Spitfire flown by Pilsen’s war hero up for sale

A Spitfire flown in RAF service by Pilsen-born pilot Karel Pošta has appeared on a foreign sales portal. Many would like to see it in the Czech Republic.
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British RAF pilot dies after World War II era Spitfire crashes

(CNN) — A British Royal Air Force pilot has died after the World War II era Spitfire he was flying crashed into a field in England. The RAF announced Saturday the pilot had died in a “tragic accident” ...