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Did the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IX have a teardrop canopy?
Yes
What battles did the Supermarine Spitfire fight in?
The Supermarine Spitfire flew many sorties, however it was mostly renowned for its effectiveness in "the Battle of Britain" 7 September 1940 to 11 May 1941.
What was the purpose of the British Spitfire?
Air superiority .AnswerThere was the evidence that the Germans would be a threat for England, as it became more and more obvious they were preparing for war. The purpose of the Spitfire was to have an equal fighter against the German Messerschmitt Bf 109, and it was mainly used for intercepting German bombers and fighters during the battle of Britain.Vic
In 1933 how fast did airplanes go?
By 1933 the typical biplane fighters were flying at 200 + mph. Specialised racing aircraft such as the Supermarine S6B (fore-runner of the Spitfire) were regularly racing at over 380 mph.
How many spitfires were used in the blitz?
During the Blitz, which lasted from September 1940 to May 1941, around 1,000 Supermarine Spitfires were actively engaged in defending Britain from German air raids. The Spitfire, renowned for its agility and speed, played a crucial role in the Battle of Britain and was a key component of the Royal Air Force's defense strategy. While exact numbers varied throughout the Blitz, the Spitfire remained one of the most iconic aircraft of that period.
What aircraft Douglas Bader ride?
Supermarine Spitfire Mark Va
Who made spitfires for the war?
The Supermarine Spitfire was designed and built by Supermarine.
Is the supermarine spitfire still here in 2009?
no
Who made the spitfire?
The Spitfire was designed by RJ Mitchell, and built by Supermarine. Many of them were maunfactured in Southampton in Britain.
What type of spitfire is the supermarine?
Supermarine was the company who built the spitfire. ie: North American P-51 Mustang, Republic P-47 Thunderbolt.
What is spitfire?
A Supermarine Spitfire was a British fighter plane used in world war 2.
Where was the Spitfire designed?
The Spitfire was designed at Supermarine Aircraft Works, Woolston, Southampton, England.
What was the top speed of the Supermarine Spitfire MKIXc?
409mph
Who was the supermarine spitfire invented by?
R J Mitchell
Did the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IX have a teardrop canopy?
Yes
What is the modern derivative of the Supermarine Spitfire?
There is no modern derivative of the Spitfire. The final version was the Spitfire F24 that served in the RAF until 1951.
What is the worlds most beautiful machine?
The Supermarine Spitfire. No question about that.
