Designed for air-to-air combat. They are fast and agile. During World War II fighter planes were used to gain air superiority over a battlefield. They would try to shoot down the enemy’s bomber planes and also protect their own bombers. Fighter planes were armed with high powered machine guns and cannons.
A summary of the missions undertaken by NH341 were as follows;
• 1 escort to Lancaster bombers on a mission to Le Havre to attack E boats
• 10 patrols over the Normandy beach head
• 8 armed reconnaissance patrols
• 2 bridgehead patrols
• 1 fighter sweep
• 2 dive bombing missions
• 3 front line patrols
• The fuselage of NH341 arrived at Historic Flying Ltd, based at The Imperial War Museum Duxford in July 2015. The restoration of this historic aircraft has been completed in a two seat MK IXT configuration to allow Aero Legends customers to experience flying in a Spitfire. The colour scheme and equipment are designed to mirror as closely as possible NH341 flying with the Canadian pilots of 411 Squadron.
A summary of the missions undertaken by NH341 were as follows;
• 1 escort to Lancaster bombers on a mission to Le Havre to attack E boats
• 10 patrols over the Normandy beach head
• 8 armed reconnaissance patrols
• 2 bridgehead patrols
• 1 fighter sweep
• 2 dive bombing missions
• 3 front line patrols
• The fuselage of NH341 arrived at Historic Flying Ltd, based at The Imperial War Museum Duxford in July 2015. The restoration of this historic aircraft has been completed in a two seat MK IXT configuration to allow Aero Legends customers to experience flying in a Spitfire. The colour scheme and equipment are designed to mirror as closely as possible NH341 flying with the Canadian pilots of 411 Squadron.
Aviation pioneers have always worked hard to design aircraft that outperform their predecessors. The biplane allowed for a solid structure without adding too much weight. Biplane wings were composed of lighter materials and made to brace each other.
The use of a dedicated trainer aircraft with additional safety features, forgiving flight characteristics and a simplified cockpit arrangement—allows pilots-in-training to safely advance their skills in a more forgiving aircraft.
World War II saw the beginning of the widespread use of high speed bombers which began to minimize defensive weaponry in order to attain higher speed. Transport planes were important during the war. They carried troops and supplies to different areas around the world.
Please note that she will be with us Saturday only!
Please note that she will be with us Saturday only!
The show will allow traders the perfect opportunities to showcase their products / food to the crowds attending the event. Please note, Food & Beverage contracts for the event are tendered separately.