Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Supermarine Spitfire Mark XVI at the Evergreen Aviation Museum

1945 Supermarine Spitfire Mark XVI at the Evergreen Aviation Museum in 2001

Developed from Supermarine racing aircraft, the Spitfire was the fastest military aircraft in existence when introduced in 1936. It was England’s predominant fighter and main line of defense against German bombers in World War II. This Spitfire was delivered June 23, 1945 and is still in flying condition today.

95842_20 1945 Supermarine Spitfire Mark XVI at the Evergreen Aviation Museum in 2001
Photo by Cliff West

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