Spitfires Collection

Spitfires over Forth
German Heinkel IIIs over the Forth Bridge are intercepted by Spitfires - the first defensive aerial action of the war

Back Them Up! World War Two poster issued by HMSO (Her Majestys Stationery Office) featuring RAF Spitfires chasing and downing German fighter aircraft

Supermarine Spitfire 2 / II
Supermarine Spitfire Mark2 Cutaway Line-Drawing with a Rolls-Royce Merlin 3 Aero-Engine

Spitfires and Hurricanes Flying in Formation Over Lincolnshire
Spitfire and Hurricane aircraft from World War II come together over Lincolnshire, for the Lincolnshire Lancaster Association Day event held at RAF Coningsby

The Battle of Britain
A circular painting depicting the brave men of the Royal Airforce on the ground and in action during the Battle of Briatin

Supermarine Spitfire 8 / VIII
Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 8 Banking with Cloud Behind Date: 1940s

Spitfire LF Mk9 over Northern Italy
225 Squadron Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk9 with clipped wings flown by Flt Lt Dennis Bray (taken by Sq Ldr Hill-Venning) on the occasion of his 100th op

Supermarine Spitfire 9B / IXB
Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfire 9B Taxiing to Take-Off for the First Lone Spitfire Sortie over Germany, Shooting Fighter, Gliders

Hillington Rolls Royce Factory, Hillington, 1942
Hillington, Glasgow, Scotland

Supermarine Spitfire 8 / VIII
Royal Australian Air Force Raaf Supermarine Spitfire 8S flying in formation over Fields and Trees Date: 1940s

Hillington Rolls Royce Factory, Hillington, 1941
Hillington, Glasgow, Scotland

Supermarine Spitfire 6 / VI
Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 6 Flying Enroute. This Was a Converted Spitfire Mk-1 Date: 1941

Supermarine Spitfire 14 / XIV
An RAF Supermarine Spitfire 14 Flying, Aircraft Number 251B Date: 1940s

R. A. F. pilots scramble to waiting Spitfires. The Supermarine Spitfire is a
R.A.F. pilots scramble to waiting Spitfires. The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied countries before, during

WW2 - Ju88 attacked by Spitfires - ditched off Pagham, Essex
1940

Supermarine Spitfire LF-9 / LF-IX Floatplane
Prototype of Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 9 Floatplane Flying Enroute over Water Date: 1944

Supermarine Spitfire LF-5B / LF-VB
316 (Polish) Squadron Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 5B Flying Enroute with Clipped-Wing Date: 1940s

Supermarine Spitfire LF-9E / LF-IXE
43 Squadron Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire Lf-9Es Parked Date: 1945

Supermarine Spitfire
Vickers-Armstrongs Supermarine Spitfire Production-Line Factory at Southampton Around the Time of the Battle-Of-Britain with Strantaer and Walrus Flying-Boats Behind Date: 1940s

WW2 Greetings Card, R. A. F. Spitfires
A WW2 greetings card, Brave and gallant little Spitfires protect us day by day; This one to you comes winging, the best of wishes bringing, may good luck come your way

Supermarine Spitfires by A.F.D. Bannister

Fighter pilots resting between battles, autumn afternoon, England, 1940 (b / w photo)
6001045 Fighter pilots resting between battles, autumn afternoon, England, 1940 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Memorial to ALG B4 Beny sur Mer Normandy
This was used by 401, 411 and 412 Squadrons of the Royal Canadian Air Force who flew Spitfires as part of 126 Wing. The first aircraft to use the Landing Ground was a damaged Spitfire which came down

The Bonfire of the Veteran Wings (Colour Litho)
2777828 The Bonfire of the Veteran Wings (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The veteran wing bonfire)

Road by an Airfield, c. 1942 (pencil & w / c on paper)
5614226 Road by an Airfield, c.1942 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); 46.3 x 56.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

R. A. F. planes on an airfield, 1942 (w / c on paper)
BBC211020 R.A.F. planes on an airfield, 1942 (w/c on paper) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Instrument panel of a Spitfire (b / w photo)
6001038 Instrument panel of a Spitfire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Instrument panel of a Spitfire)

A fighters machine guns are reloaded and petrol tank refilled on return to base (b / w photo)
6001043 A fighters machine guns are reloaded and petrol tank refilled on return to base (b/w photo) by English Photographer

R. A. F Mitchells Attack Rotterdam Shipyard In Daylight. Escorted by Spitfires
R.A.F Mitchells Attack Rotterdam Shipyard In Daylight. Escorted by Spitfires, Mitchell bombers of the R.A.F. made a dat attack on the Wilton Ship-building Yard at Rotterdam on 22.6.45 They returned

Dawn patrol during the Battle of Britain, when Germany attempted to bomb the British people into submission was defeated by the pilots and planes of fighter command, Royal Air Force

Spitfire RAF Royal Air Force, Wroughton Airshow. 31st August 1993

Parnall Heck 2C G-AEGI, seen with race number 33 at Elmdon for the 1949 Kings Cup Air Race. On 29 July 1949, G-AEGI flew in the Kings Cup Race at Elmdon airport

Supermarine Spitfire 7 / VII
Royal Air Forcer RAF Supermarine Spitfire 7 Flying Enroute Date: 1943

Supermarine Spitfire LF-8 / VIII
Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire Lf-8 Flying Enroute with Cloud Date: 1940s

Supermarine Spitfire PR-11 / PR-XI
Royal Airforce RAF Photo-Reconnaissance Supermarine Spitfire 11 Flying Enroute with Cloud Behind Date: 1944

Supermarine Spitfire 2A / IIA
Engineers Working on a Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 2A Parked Date: 1941

Supermarine Spitfire LF-9C / LF-IXC
Norwegian Ground-Crew Working on a 332 (Norwegian) Squadron Royal Air Force RAF Supermarine Spitfire 9C with a Sailor Sitting on the Wing Date: 1942

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"Spitfires: The Iconic Heroes of the Skies" Spitfires over Forth, Back Them Up. Witness the awe-inspiring sight as these legendary aircraft dominate the skies. From their inception during The Battle of Britain to their continued prominence in aerial warfare, they have etched their place in history. Marvel at Spitfires and Hurricanes Flying in Formation Over Lincolnshire, a testament to the unmatched teamwork and skill of pilots who defended our freedom. These magnificent machines played a pivotal role in securing victory during World War II. Discover the evolution of this remarkable aircraft with Supermarine Spitfire 8/VIII, Supermarine Spitfire 6/VI, and Supermarine Spitfire 2/II models. Each iteration showcases advancements that pushed boundaries and enhanced combat capabilities. Experience the sheer power and agility as a Spitfire LF Mk9 soars over Northern Italy. Its sleek design combined with top-notch engineering make it an unrivaled force in aerial combat. Step back into history at Hillington Rolls Royce Factory where these extraordinary planes were manufactured. In 1941 and 1942, Hillington became synonymous with excellence as they produced Supermarine Spitfire 8/VIII models for wartime efforts. Immerse yourself in the legacy of bravery embodied by the Supermarine Spitfire 9B/IXB variant. This exceptional aircraft symbolizes resilience and determination against all odds. Join us on a journey through time as we celebrate these iconic warbirds - from their heroic exploits during The Battle of Britain to their enduring legacy today. The legend lives on; behold the indomitable spirit of spitfires.