Spitfire 80 Special – OUT NOW!

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In this 80th anniversary year, the publishers of FlyPast magazine present a special 100-page tribute to Britain’s greatest fighter and possibly the best known combat aircraft in the world. Using extensive archive images, the best of aviation writers and researchers salute the Spitfire’s incredible heritage.

Renowned air-to-air photographer John Dibbs presents a stunning portfolio of present-day Spitfires in their element: from the day fighter Mk.I to the high-flying Mk.XIX and the wing-folding Seafires. All of this adds up to a superb souvenir of a world famous fighter.

In Their Element
From Mk.I to Mk.XIX and Seafires, renowned photographer John Dibbs has captured them all – air-to-air. Throughout this special publication, we present a portfolio of John’s tribute to Supermarine’s masterpiece.

Winning Streak
Daniel Ford shows how the Supermarine racing floatplanes paved the way for the Spitfire.

Rhodesia’s Eagles
Andrew Thomas outlines the exploits of the Rhodesian manned 266 Squadron.

Milestones
Charting the development and evolution of Britain’s greatest fighter.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place
During 1947 and 1948 the RAF was in the middle of a power struggle in Palestine. Graham Pitchfork describes a situation that saw Spitfires fighting Spitfires.

Alone, Unarmed and in Harm’s Way
Graham Pitchfork profiles a trio of pilots whose task was typical of an unsung but vital intelligence-gathering role.

AND MUCH MORE!

Spitfire 80 is AVAILABLE NOW for just £5.99 from the Key Online Shop. Alternatively, you can pick up a copy from WHSmith or other leading newsagents or download your digital version here.