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.
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The Supermarine Spitfire Flew Straight Into the History Books Exactly 90 Years Ago

The Supermarine Spitfire single-seat fighter aircraft of the Second World War marks nine decades since its first flight in 1936.

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 Britain, even the jaded old suits waiting for their aerial commute home ...

What makes the Spitfire so iconic after 90 years?

Thursday marks the 90th anniversary of the first test flight of a new prototype plane that would go on to become Britain's most iconic aircraft - the Spitfire. Pilot Captain Joseph 'Mutt' Summers took ...

First ever Spitfire pilot gave plane a 5-word review - and it soon became a true war hero

EXCLUSIVE: For 90th anniversary of its maiden flight, historian and columnist Leo McKinstry pays glorious tribute to the ...
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Britain’s iconic Spitfire marks 90th anniversary of its first flight

Today marks the 90th anniversary of the first flight of the Supermarine Spitfire – the aircraft that would become one of Britain’s most iconic symbols of the ...
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That glorious moment the Griffon-powered Spitfire roars past

The Silver Spitfire Mk XIX PS915 performs a series of stunning low passes, powered by the mighty Rolls-Royce Griffon engine. As the elegant aircraft sweeps across the airfield, the deep mechanical ...