Supermarine Spitfire
The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during, and after World War II. It was the only British fighter produced continuously throughout the war. The Spitfire remains popular among enthusiasts. Around 70 remain airworthy, and many more are static exhibits in aviation museums throughout the world.
20 May 1895
Born on the same birth day (20 May): Bastian Baker • Bill Hewlett • Carlos J. Gradin • Daniel Ribeiro • David Chavchavadze • Douglas Preston • Hao Wang (academic) • Hector Malot • Louis Smith (musician) • Pavla Hamáčková-Rybová • Ramy Rabia • Robert Heath • Simon Fraser (explorer) • T. Rex (band) • Šárka Kašpárková
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