A look at the iconic combat aircraft, 90 years on from its first flight, and why it was the people's plane.

"Well apart from being totally gorgeous as an aeroplane, it's a symbol." Thursday marks the 90th anniversary of the first ...

The Rolls-Royce Merlin is the most recognisable aero engine in the world. It powered the Battle of Britain aircraft, the Spitfire and Hurricane, as they defended the shores of Britain against the ...

"Supermarine Spitfire Merlin engine: Royal Air Force squadrons" [4] p. inserted ...