The legendary Spitfire fighter plane took to the skies 90 years ago
The Supermarine Spitfire first soared into the clouds in March 1936, introducing a revolutionary elliptical wing design that would eventually help change the course of the Second World War.
The Supermarine Spitfire prototype K5054 made its maiden flight from Eastleigh Aerodrome on March 5, 1936. Designed by Reginald Mitchell, its distinctive thin, elliptical wings allowed for incredible speed and agility compared to other aircraft of the era. This aerodynamic brilliance made the Spitfire a legendary symbol of British resilience during the Battle of Britain.
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