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The first Supermarine Spitfires were built in 1936, with the prototype, designated K5054, taking its first flight on March 5 of that year. The aircraft was developed as a response to the British Air Ministry's requirement for a new fighter. Production models began entering service with the Royal Air Force in 1938, just in time for the outbreak of World War II.
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How many spitfires were made?
Britain made 20,351 spitfires.
Who made the first ever spitfire?
The Supermarine Aircraft company made most of the Spitfires.
How many bombs were dropped by spitfires?
There were 20,351 spitfires in total made in WWII.
What are spitfires made from?
Like many other fighter aircraft of that period, Spitfires were made from an aluminium frame and skinned with an aluminium alloy called 'dural'.
Who made spitfires for the war?
The Supermarine Spitfire was designed and built by Supermarine.
When was Windsor Spitfires created?
Windsor Spitfires was created in 1975.
When was Southampton Spitfires created?
Southampton Spitfires was created in 2007.
Were there spitfires in d-day?
Yes. there was spitfires in D-Day drops.
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.
How many Supermarine Spitfires where produced in World War 2?
About 20,350 Spitfires were made in WW2. - Not included in this number were the later models of Spiteful and the naval Seafang, which were really different but similar aircraft.
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.
