answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

The round 'target' is not a target it is the (red white and blue) mark/insignia of the Royal Air Force showing that the plane was a British fighting aircraft.

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why do spitfires have targets on the wings?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

When was Southampton Spitfires created?

Southampton Spitfires was created in 2007.


When was Windsor Spitfires created?

Windsor Spitfires was created in 1975.


How many spitfires were made?

Britain made 20,351 spitfires.


Who was the Spitfires up against?

Most Spitfires were up against the Me 109.


Did Spitfires have rockets?

I don't believe Spitfires ever carried rockets.


Were there spitfires in d-day?

Yes. there was spitfires in D-Day drops.


How many bombs were dropped by spitfires?

There were 20,351 spitfires in total made in WWII.


Where in US can you see a Spitfire on exhibit?

There are Spitfires in many museums around the US. There are also many flying Spitfires . -Google "surviving Spitfires" and see the list.


How long is the Spitfires wing?

a spitfires wingspan is 36 feet 10 inches ( 11.23m )


What battle was helped to win by spitfires and hurricanes?

The Battle of Britain WAS won by Spitfires and Hurricanes.


Did Germany use spitfires in World War 2?

No. Spitfires were built in the UK, but Germany did capture some Spitfires after they crashed in France. One was actually tested with a Daimler/Benz engine.


When were the spitfires in the sky?

WWII