How the Spitfire became British symbol of freedom

A look at the iconic combat aircraft, 90 years on from its first flight, and why it was the people's plane.

What makes the Spitfire so iconic after 90 years?

"Well apart from being totally gorgeous as an aeroplane, it's a symbol." Thursday marks the 90th anniversary of the first ...
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The Supermarine Spitfire Flew Straight Into the History Books Exactly 90 Years Ago

The Supermarine Spitfire single-seat fighter aircraft of the Second World War marks nine decades since its first flight in 1936.
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That glorious moment the Griffon-powered Spitfire roars past

The Silver Spitfire Mk XIX PS915 performs a series of stunning low passes, powered by the mighty Rolls-Royce Griffon engine. As the elegant aircraft sweeps across the airfield, the deep mechanical ...

Spitfire takes to the skies again, 90 years after its first flight

Telegraph readers have the opportunity to win a flight in a Spitfire fighter through entering our competition here.
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Britain’s iconic Spitfire marks 90th anniversary of its first flight

Today marks the 90th anniversary of the first flight of the Supermarine Spitfire – the aircraft that would become one of Britain’s most iconic symbols of the ...