Affectionately known as the “Russian Spitfire” due to her combat heritage flying with the Soviet Air Force during WWII, Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IX PT879 has completed her flight testing following a long-term restoration effort. Following a number of successful engine runs on October 26th, at Biggin Hill, near London, England, she then underwent preparations for final CAA inspections and the issue of her all-important “permit to test” approvals which took place soon after. The momentous occasion… (warbirdsnews.com) 更多...