The Spitfire had its maiden flight on March 5, 1936 and began its service with the Royal Air Force (RAF) in 1938. There were only 400 Spitfires in service when World War II started. It was the only ...
A Chelsea Pensioner enjoyed a surprise flight in a Spitfire during an event for military veterans. Pensioner Mike Smith flew in the rear of one of two Second World War Spitfires flying over Sussex ...