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Interesting facts about the Supermarine Spitfire
✈ R.J. Mitchell and the Supermarine team designed the Spitfire with a thin, elliptical wing to cut drag and house guns and landing gear.
✈ The prototype K5054 first flew from Eastleigh, Southampton, on 5 March 1936 with Vickers test pilot “Mutt” Summers.
✈ Britain built more than 20,000 Spitfires during World War II, with Castle Bromwich producing the largest share.
✈ The Mk IX introduced the two-stage, two-speed supercharged Merlin, which restored high-altitude performance against late Bf 109 and Fw 190 variants.
✈ Low-altitude LF Mk IX aircraft often used clipped wingtips for faster roll rate and better low-level handling.
✈ Post-war two-seat TR.9 conversions trained military pilots and today provide passenger experience flights in several countries.
✈ Spitfire roles spanned interceptor, fighter-bomber and photo-reconnaissance, with specialized PR variants carrying extra fuel in place of guns.
✈ Surviving Spitfires remain highly collectible warbirds, supported by an active network of Merlin and airframe specialists.
Supermarine Spitfire Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. Do not use it for flight planning or operations. Variants, equipment, restorations and modifications will change the figures. Confirm exact specifications with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority. The data below refers to a representative Spitfire LF Mk IX (Merlin 66).
Length: 9.47 m (31 ft 1 in)
Wingspan: 9.90 m (32 ft 6 in)
Height: 3.86 m (12 ft 8 in)
Typical Empty Weight: 2,638 kg (5,816 lb)
Max Take-Off Weight (MTOW): 3,946 kg (8,700 lb)
Fuel Capacity (internal): 386 L (102 US gal; 85 imp gal)
Cruise Speed: 521 km/h (324 mph, 282 kn)
Range (internal fuel): 698 km (434 mi, 377 nm)
Service Ceiling: 12,954 m (42,500 ft)
Rate of Climb (initial): 20.07 m/s (3,950 ft/min)
Powerplant: Rolls-Royce Merlin 66 V-12, approx. 1,720 hp
Typical Armament (Mk IXe): 2 × 20 mm Hispano + 2 × 0.50 in Browning
FAQs About the Supermarine Spitfire
How much does a Supermarine Spitfire cost?
Airworthy Spitfire values depend on variant, provenance and restoration standard. Documented sales and auction events place prices broadly between about $3.5 million and $5.5 million during 2015–2025. For example, a restored Spitfire sold for about $4.8 million in 2015, while a 2022 auction estimated a high-quality restoration at $4.5–$5.5 million. Project airframes and non-flying aircraft can trade lower, but condition and completeness drive price.
Which Spitfire variants appear most often on the market?
Mk IX and Mk XVI Merlin-powered aircraft appear frequently due to production volume and parts support. PR and Griffon-powered marks are rarer and may command premiums based on history.
What licences and training do buyers typically need?
Most operators require a PPL or CPL with tailwheel and high-performance training, plus type-specific warbird conversion. Insurers often ask for recent tailwheel time and supervised checkouts with approved instructors.
How available are Merlin engines and spares?
Specialist shops overhaul Merlin engines, propellers and accessories. Reproduction and new-manufacture parts support major airframe structures, systems and undercarriage components.
Can a Spitfire be used for passenger experience flights?
Two-seat TR.9 conversions enable dual-control experience flights where local regulations permit. Operators follow strict maintenance programs and pilot currency requirements.
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