Supermarine Spitfire (likely Mk XVI, late Merlin variant)

26 Apr 2026 · © AviatorShots81

Supermarine Spitfire RW386 in Royal Air Force camouflage on static display, with modern military transports in the background.

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Tbaiavgeek · 26 Apr 2026

A true classic!

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Supermarine Spitfire (possible variant: Mk IX or similar)

Aircraft

Spitfire (likely Mk XVI, late Merlin variant) SPIT

RAF WWII-era camo with invasion stripes

RW386 / LN-BSP

Registration

Manufacturer

Supermarine

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Location

Copenhagen Roskilde Airport

RKE/EKRK

55.5856, 12.1314

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Copenhagen Roskilde Airport RKE

Airport

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Aviation History

The Supermarine Spitfire is one of the most iconic WWII fighter aircraft, famous for its role in the Battle of Britain and operations throughout the war.

Fleet Rarity

Very rare; only a few dozen airworthy Spitfires remain worldwide.

Record Flights

Spitfires set speed and altitude records for their type during the war era.

Safety & Events

Many Spitfires are involved in airshows and commemorative flights. This particular airframe, RW386, is frequently seen at European air events.

Future Outlook

Preserved; likely to continue flying in airshows and commemorative events.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Merlin 266 V12 piston engine

Engine

11.23 meters

Wingspan

9.12 meters

Length

760 km

Range

320 km/h

Speed

1 (pilot)

Capacity

3,175 kg

MTOW

3.86 meters

Height