LCA101057 - Spitfire PR11
(by Chappers Photography)
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The Supermarine Spitfire is
probably the most famous aircraft of all time. It is a British
Single-seat Fighter (although there were two seat trainer
variants later) that saw extensive service for the Royal Air
Force and its allies during the 2nd World War. It was produced
in several different variants and was constantly updated to
ensure that it was always one of the most able aircrafts on
the front line in all theatres of war. Famously powered by the
distinctive Rolls Royce Merlin (and later Griffin) engine, the
spitfire is a true icon of British engineering.
During the 2nd world war the
Spitfire proved its worth time and time again, seeing early
success in the Battle of Britain and later adapting to bomber
escort, photo reconnaissance and ground attack roles. It was
the most numerous allied fighter, produced throughout the
whole of war unlike any other aircraft. Today there are over
60 Spitfires still flying, but with several restorations
taking place this number is ever growing. The sight of the
iconic elliptical wings and the sound the Rolls Royce Merlin
Engine overhead still stirs emotions and feelings of
admiration for those who flew and maintained them during our
darkest hours.
Supermarine Spitfire PRXI PL983/G-PRXI photo reconnaissance
aircraft was designed to operate at high altitudes (over
30,000 ft) as well as at high speeds of over 400 mph, and as
such was the fastest of all the Merlin powered Spitfires.
PL983 has had a varied career; as well as seeing service in
Europe during the war, she has been part of American
Squadrons, served in post-war Germany and competed in air
racing.
After a
successful period with the Shuttleworth Trust and various
other civilian owners tragically, PL983 suffered a fatal
accident at Rouen in France in June 2001. Following this the
aircraft required an extensive rebuild and therefore was
relocated to Duxford. It is currently the latest aircraft to
emerge from the workshop of Historic Flying Ltd (HFL), now
wearing its wartime Photo reconnaissance Blue livery once
again, this extremely rare and unusual example of a Spitfire
has been a welcome sight at air displays and special events
across Europe.
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