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Supermarine Spitfire Prototype K5054 Makes Maiden Flight
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1936

Supermarine Spitfire Prototype K5054 Makes Maiden Flight

On 5 March 1936, Supermarine Spitfire prototype K5054 made its maiden flight, beginning the story of one of the RAF’s most important fighters.

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On 5 March 1936, Supermarine Spitfire prototype K5054 made its maiden flight, beginning the story of one of the RAF’s most important fighters.
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