Drone_pilot
13-07-07, 00:31
The distinctive silhouette against the clouds and the spinetingling roar of
its engine caused thousands of young boys to look skywards.
Many dreamed of one day flying a Spitfire, the aircraft credited with helping
to win the Battle of Britain.
Now, more than 60 years after its starring role in World War II, anyone with
£130,000 in loose change and a double-garage can have their very own
version of the iconic fighter plane.
Already 22 of the almost life-size aluminium kits have been snapped up by
flying enthusiasts eager to experience the thrill of piloting the world's most
famous fighter plane.
Daily Mail Read More (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=468038&in_page_id=1770)
its engine caused thousands of young boys to look skywards.
Many dreamed of one day flying a Spitfire, the aircraft credited with helping
to win the Battle of Britain.
Now, more than 60 years after its starring role in World War II, anyone with
£130,000 in loose change and a double-garage can have their very own
version of the iconic fighter plane.
Already 22 of the almost life-size aluminium kits have been snapped up by
flying enthusiasts eager to experience the thrill of piloting the world's most
famous fighter plane.
Daily Mail Read More (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=468038&in_page_id=1770)