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Supermarine Collection (#9)

"Unleashing the Power of Supermarine: A Legacy in Aviation" From the iconic Supermarine Spitfire to the formidable Hawker Tempest

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine S5 N220 at Calshot

Supermarine S5 N220 at Calshot
Supermarine S5, N220, at Calshot

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Walrus II K8556

Supermarine Walrus II K8556
Supermarine Walrus II, K8556

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Imperial Airways Supermarine Sea Eagle G-EBGR

Imperial Airways Supermarine Sea Eagle G-EBGR
Imperial Airways Supermarine Sea Eagle, G-EBGR

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Swift F7 fitted with Fireflash missile

Supermarine Swift F7 fitted with Fireflash missile
Supermarine Swift F7 fitted with Fireflash air-to-air missiles

Background imageSupermarine Collection: The first real prototype Supermarine Seafang F32 VB895

The first real prototype Supermarine Seafang F32 VB895
The first real prototype Supermarine Seafang F32, VB895

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Seafire XV SR464 of the Royal Canadian Navy

Supermarine Seafire XV SR464 of the Royal Canadian Navy
Supermarine Seafire XV, SR464, of the Royal Canadian Navy, with folded wings

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire F22 PK312

Supermarine Spitfire F22 PK312
Supermarine Spitfire F22, PK312

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire VC BR202

Supermarine Spitfire VC BR202
Supermarine Spitfire VC, BR202, fitted with a long range belly tank. June 1942. Date: 1942

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Rolls-Royce Merlin 61 installation in a Supermarine Spitfire

Rolls-Royce Merlin 61 installation in a Supermarine Spitfire IX. September 1942. Date: 1942

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire VB AB910 at the Wisley Garden Party

Supermarine Spitfire VB AB910 at the Wisley Garden Party
Supermarine Spitfire VB, AB910, at the Wisley Garden Party in 1956. This aircraft currently flies with the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Date: 1956

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine S. 6B aircraft C016 / 2055

Supermarine S. 6B aircraft C016 / 2055
Supermarine S.6B aircraft. This seaplane was developed by British aircraft manufacturer Supermarine for the 1931 Schneider Trophy competition

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine S6 - Schneider Trophy 1929

Supermarine S6 - Schneider Trophy 1929
The Supermarine S6 which helped Great Britain win the Schneider Trophy in 1929. The Schneider Trophy was a competition for seaplanes held in 1929 off Cowes, Isle of Wight

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Plectorhinchus vittatus, oriental sweetlips

Plectorhinchus vittatus, oriental sweetlips
Ff. 215. Watercolour painting by George Forster made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire XIV (forward view) aloft

Supermarine Spitfire XIV (forward view) aloft

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire Vb (forward view, parked) of W3834

Supermarine Spitfire Vb (forward view, parked) of W3834

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire prototype aloft

Supermarine Spitfire prototype aloft

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire IX pair of No 241 Squadron aloft N

Supermarine Spitfire IX pair of No 241 Squadron aloft Naples region, Italy, 21 January 1944

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire IX-being armed and pre flighted of

Supermarine Spitfire IX-being armed and pre flighted of No222 Squadron RAF at, North weald, Essex

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire PR XI -these photo-reconnaissance

Supermarine Spitfire PR XI -these photo-reconnaissance types traded their wing guns for range extending fuel tanks

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire PR XI -the substitution of fuel fo

Supermarine Spitfire PR XI -the substitution of fuel for armament increased the Spitfires range enormously - Photo Hugh W Cowin 050807

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Supermarine Spitfire Ia being evaluated by German fighter ace Molders

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire IX floatplane (forward view) landi

Supermarine Spitfire IX floatplane (forward view) landing

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire IIa being armed

Supermarine Spitfire IIa being armed

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire Ia sextet aloft

Supermarine Spitfire Ia sextet aloft

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire F XIV -this version, powered by a

Supermarine Spitfire F XIV -this version, powered by a Rolls-Royce Griffon was the last to enter major wartime production

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire IA of 19 Squadron RAF Duxford bein

Supermarine Spitfire IA of 19 Squadron RAF Duxford being re armed, 1940

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire HF VI of No124 Squadron

Supermarine Spitfire HF VI of No124 Squadron
Supermarine Spitfire HF VI of No124 Sdn

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire HF VII

Supermarine Spitfire HF VII

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire FR XVIII pair of No208 Squadron RA

Supermarine Spitfire FR XVIII pair of No208 Squadron RAF over Mediterranean

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Seafire XV 2nd prototype NS490 aloft

Supermarine Seafire XV 2nd prototype NS490 aloft

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Seafire III casting a long shadow on carrie

Supermarine Seafire III casting a long shadow on carrier flight deck

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Seafire III-Westland-built NF453

Supermarine Seafire III-Westland-built NF453

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Seafire IIC trio (forward view) aloft

Supermarine Seafire IIC trio (forward view) aloft

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Seafire F47 proto

Supermarine Seafire F47 proto

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Seafire II departs HMS Hunter during Salern

Supermarine Seafire II departs HMS Hunter during Salerno landings

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Channel landing

Supermarine Channel landing

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Arado Ar 196A the equivalent of the supermarine Walrus

Arado Ar 196A the equivalent of the supermarine Walrus, but far more potent It even sucessfully downed British bombers in the early months of the war

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Tandem Supermarine Spitfire Trainer - British and allied WWII Fighter Plane

Tandem Supermarine Spitfire Trainer - British and allied WWII Fighter Plane

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Spitfire - British and allied WWII Fighter Plane, Wanaka, South Island

Supermarine Spitfire - British and allied WWII Fighter Plane, Wanaka, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageSupermarine Collection: The main bay of one of the Supermarine erecting shops on?

The main bay of one of the Supermarine erecting shops on?
The main bay of one of the Supermarine erecting shops on the river Itchen prior to the German bombing during WW2. Administrative offices are on the left

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Sea Otter, G-AKRG

Supermarine Sea Otter, G-AKRG

Background imageSupermarine Collection: The first prototype Supermarine Seagull ASR1, PA143, at ?

The first prototype Supermarine Seagull ASR1, PA143, at ?
The first prototype Supermarine Seagull ASR1, PA143, at the Farnborough Air Show in September 1948

Background imageSupermarine Collection: The first Argentine Supermarine Walrus I, M-O-9

The first Argentine Supermarine Walrus I, M-O-9

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Sea Otter, JM885

Supermarine Sea Otter, JM885

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Walrus

Supermarine Walrus

Background imageSupermarine Collection: The prototype Supermarine Seagull V, N-2

The prototype Supermarine Seagull V, N-2

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Walrus, ?8338, launched from a catapult

Supermarine Walrus, ?8338, launched from a catapult

Background imageSupermarine Collection: Supermarine Sea Lion II, G-EBAH, won the 1922 Schneider ?

Supermarine Sea Lion II, G-EBAH, won the 1922 Schneider ?
Supermarine Sea Lion II, G-EBAH, won the 1922 Schneider Trophy race in Naples




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"Unleashing the Power of Supermarine: A Legacy in Aviation" From the iconic Supermarine Spitfire to the formidable Hawker Tempest, it has left an indelible mark on aviation history. One cannot overlook the legendary Supermarine Spitfire and its unrivaled prowess in aerial combat. With its sleek design and Rolls-Royce S. 6 engine, this marvel of engineering dominated the skies during World War II. The sight of HMS Victorious (R38) approaching the Persian Gulf, carrying these magnificent warplanes, was a testament to their significance. Amongst them, one stands out - the Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434. Its graceful silhouette and knife-edged wings make it a true work of art. Manufactured in October 1943, this beauty embodies both power and elegance. Let's not forget about other remarkable creations like the Supermarine Type 350 Spitfire aeroplane or the groundbreaking Supermarine S6B S1595 that pushed boundaries with its speed at Schneider Trophy races. Stepping into their cockpits is like entering another world – whether it be within the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire IXB G-ASJV / MH434 or exploring new heights aboard a Supermarine Type 365 Spitfire aeroplane. Behind every successful flight are skilled pilots who fearlessly push these machines to their limits. Witnessing those daring test pilots at High Post Aerodrome in March only reinforces our admiration for their courage and expertise. In formation with No41 Squadron comes another gem -the majestic echelon display featuring none other than the powerful Supermarine Spitfire XII soaring through blue skies. Supermarines' legacy lives on as we continue to marvel at their ingenuity and passion for aviation excellence. These aircraft have forever etched themselves into history books as symbols of innovation, strength, and unwavering determination.