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The name "Spitfire" for the British fighter developed in the 1930s was apparently suggested by Sir Robert McLean, against the wishes of its developers. The Type 224 did not work out, but the name was kept for the subsequent Type 300. The designer, R.J. Mitchell, did not particularly like the name but an alternative name, the "Shrew," was considered even worse.
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What is the birth name of Spitfire Brown?
Spitfire Brown's birth name is Percy Lee Brown Jr..
What was the Spitfire's military name?
normally the spitfire was just called spitfire and the the mark E.G spitfire Mk XI
Why was the spitfire called spitfire?
The designer of the Supermarine Spitfire, R. J. Mitchell, called it the spitfire because it was just a sort of a silly bloody name that the Airforce would choose. Look on the bright side: the original name was to be the Shrew. If memory serves, the name Spitfire was chosen by Mitchell's daughter and replaced that name.
What was the name of the bombs that were carried by the spitfire?
The Spitfire did not carry bombs, only guns
What was the name if the two famous British fighter planes?
I know one of them is the Supermarine Spitfire II
Why was the Spitfire called the Spitfire?
The Supermarine Spitfire, a British fighter aircraft used during World War II, was named after a term used to describe a particularly fiery or aggressive person. The name "Spitfire" was chosen to reflect the aircraft's speed, agility, and fierce combat capabilities. Its sleek design and powerful Rolls-Royce Merlin engine made it a formidable opponent in aerial combat.
One of the british fighter planes name?
spitfire
What is the name of the man who invented the spitfire?
R.J Mitchell
What is the name of the red bearded dragon predator?
Hypo red or spitfire red
Is SpitFire a girl or a boy?
Spitfire is female.
How did spitfires get their name?
The name "Spitfire" was derived from a horse owned by the aircraft's designer, R.J. Mitchell. The term "spitfire" itself refers to a person with a fiery temper, reflecting the aircraft's aggressive performance and speed. The Supermarine Spitfire became iconic during World War II, particularly for its role in the Battle of Britain, and the name has since become synonymous with resilience and bravery in aviation history.
Spitfire is a monoplane or a biplane?
The Spitfire was a monoplane fighter
