"Well apart from being totally gorgeous as an aeroplane, it's a symbol." Thursday marks the 90th anniversary of the first ...

A Spitfire replica will be on show to commemorate the aircraft's first flight in March 1936.

A Spitfire has been repainted in the style of the original K5054 prototype, and it will embark on a series of flights to mark the 90th anniversary of the plane. The BBMF, which operates from RAF ...

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The Silver Spitfire Mk XIX PS915 performs a series of stunning low passes, powered by the mighty Rolls-Royce Griffon engine.

A tribute flypast and new plaques are planned for the Supermarine Spitfire's anniversary.

Adeel Akhtar joins Dermot to chat about his new West End role. Plus, we mark 90 years of the Spitfire. And of course The Mystery Voice To listen on most smart speakers just say "Ask BBC Sounds to ...

Ninety years on from the Spitfire's first flight on March 5, 1936, Hull Minster celebrated Britain's most iconic aircraft. A free event held in and around the Minster and Trinity Square enabled ...

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