Even nowadays, it is impossible for anyone who knows a bit of military aviation history to not recognize the famous Supermarine Spitfire from WWII, the aircraft that fought in the Battle of Britain, ...

World War II, over its six-year span, saw the death of approximately 85 million people. In the name of victory, for defense and offense, nations developed creative new ways to fight, from the sea, on ...

The Supermarine Spitfire was one of the most innovative WWII planes, earning much respect because of its performance and prowess during key points of the war. Often described as one of the most ...

During the Battle of Britain, perhaps the most fraught moment in the UK’s history, the Spitfire performed admirably. The Supermarine Spitfire is arguably the most accomplished, and most celebrated, ...

The Schneider Trophy was a prestigious international seaplane race (1912-1931) that dramatically advanced aviation technology through fierce competition, pushing for faster and more innovative ...

Here’s What You Need to Remember: Britain’s Directorate of Technical Development considered Poland’s PZL P.24 monoplane to replace the Hawker Fury before deciding to stay with the indigenous Spitfire.

A legendary 1944 Supermarine Spitfire XIVe—one of the war’s most celebrated fighter planes—just hit the market, giving ...