My interpretation was that max annual hours on a Spit would be no more than 100 plus 5 hours for repositioning flights. The 100 hours would be divided between the syndicate members so, if there were ten, each would get a notional 10 hours – some members perhaps, flying slightly more, some less.

So, if your interpretation is correct someone requiring to fly a few more hours to reach what they consider is a reasonable level of currency would need to hire a two seat Spitfire plus instructor at the advertised rate of £5000 per hour?

Blimey !