P/O Peter Cazenove was flying the aircraft when it was attacked by future ace Werner Hoffman flying a Bf110. Cazenove made a wheels up landing on a Calais beach and was quickly captured. The wreck lay on the beach covered by the sand until exposed due to a storm in September 1980. The aircraft looked more or less complete, with the engine and fuselage visible.
The wreck was recovered towards the end of that year. The parts were passed around a number of collectors before ending up with the Aircraft Restoration Company at Duxford who finished the restoration, enabling it to take to the air for the first time since the 24th May 1940 on the 1st September 2011.
Sadly Peter Cazenove, also a veteran of the 'Great Escape', passed away just days before he could be informed of the successful return to flight of his beloved Spitfire.
Beautiful Replica in Die-cast Metal of a Famous British WWII Aircraft
Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Highly Detailed realistic panel lines, access panels and surface details.
Tampo Pad printed markings that won't fade or peel like decals.
UP or Down landing gear Options.
Stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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