Supermarine Spitfire Collection (#2)

A British Supermarine Spitfire bursting through explosive flames
A British Supermarine Spitfire bursting through the explosive flames of its recent kill

British Supermarine Spitfires bursting through explosive flames
British Supermarine Spitfires bursting through the explosive flames of their recent kill

A Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfire attacking German Stuka dive bombers
A Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfire fighter aircraft attacking German Stuka dive bombers during the Battle of Britain

German Ju 87 Stuka dive bombers attacked by British Supermarine Spitfires
German Ju 87 Stuka dive bombers being attacked by British Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfires

Cartoon illustration of a Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfire

A Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfire aircraft giving chase to a UFO
A Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfire fighter aircraft giving chase to a UFO

A Supermarine Spitfire of the Dutch historic flight team, prepares to land at Koksijde Air Base, Belgium

Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII fighter warbird
Angelholm, Sweden - Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII fighter warbird

Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII and Mk. XVI fighter warbirds
Angelholm, Sweden - Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII and Mk. XVI fighter warbirds

A pair of Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfires giving chase to a UFO. Such objects were known by aircrews as foo fighters

CJ6 2084 Supermarine Spitfire
Supermarine Spitfire, Spitfire, Goodwood Revival 2015, 2015, classic cars, Goodwood, Goodwood Revival, Goodwood Revival 2015, historic cars, Historic Racing, Lord March, nostalgia, revival

CM10 6403 Planes and Cars
Michael O Shea, Cooper-Maserati T61P, Monaco, Rui Macedo Silva, Ford GT40 Roadster, Spitfire, SM520, G-ILDA, Whitsun Trophy, Goodwood Revival 2015, 2015, classic cars, Goodwood, Goodwood Revival

CM10 4485 Ferocious Frankie, Supermarine Spitfire
Ferocious Frankie, P51D Mustang, Supermarine Spitfire, Goodwood Revival 2015, 2015, classic cars, Goodwood, Goodwood Revival, Goodwood Revival 2015, historic cars, Historic Racing, Lord March

Supermarine Spitfire, 1940
Supermarine Spitfire. This model of the Supermarine Spitfire plane has been inverted and suspended inside a wind tunnel for aerodynamic testing

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The Supermarine Spitfire, a legendary aircraft that has left an indelible mark on history, takes flight once again. This Supermarine Spitfire Mk-18 soars through the skies, paying homage to the 100 years of the Royal Air Force (RAF). As a Mk. XVI fighter warbird of the RAF, it represents the courage and determination of those who served. Stepping back in time, we witness another iconic moment as an RAF Spitfire graces the deck of an aircraft carrier en route to Malta during World War II. The year is 1942 (1944), and this image captures not only its power but also its vital role in defending freedom. In Malta itself, amidst refuelling and re-arming operations for Spitfire fighters during World War II in 1942 (1944), we see how these machines were kept ready for action. Their sleek design and formidable capabilities made them a force to be reckoned with. Moving further back into history, we catch sight of a British Supermarine Spitfire engaging in combat over Scotland's Forth Bridge in October 1939. In this color lithograph capturing that intense moment from World War II, we witness bravery personified as this fighter shoots down a German bomber. Returning to calmer times yet still celebrating its legacy, a colorful lithograph showcases a c1940 Supermarine Spitfire against serene skies. Its elegance is undeniable; it stands tall as both an engineering marvel and symbol of resilience. Fast forward to more recent times when three planes from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight take part in an international flypast. Among them is none other than our beloved Supermarine Spitfire - forever etched into our collective memory as one of history's greatest fighters. Finally, let us not forget where it all began – with the birth of this extraordinary machine. Dating back to 1938, when Vickers first introduced their Supermarine Spitfire Fighter, the world was forever changed.