The ultimate icon in WWII fighter planes, the Spitfire, is featured here in a documentary that charts it's development and the crucial role it played during the war in the air.... more
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Advantages: A British Legend Disadvantages: Not long enough
Anyone who has seen the Spitfire in Flight and heard the roar of the Merlin will tell you that it's a Sound of freedom and the sight of Her elliptical wings in the sky stirs feelings in your stomach.
This DVD will take you through the History of this Classic Warbird from it's roots with the S.5 Seaplane to the Aircraft we are still fortunate to see in the air today!
When Mr Reginald Joseph Mitchell designed the Supermarine S.5 Seaplane to enter ... ...started on the base of an Aircraft that still captures hearts today.
In 1936 a Prototype Aircraft with the Ministry of Defence number F37/34 had completed Ground Trials and engine run-up tests. This Aircraft had the Registration K5054. (A well known Reg in Aviation Circles)
This Prototype was then named the "Spitfire" and Flew for the first time at 4:35pm on 5th of March 1936 with a flight lasting 8 minutes! It was enough, the Spitfire was go!
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Genre: Documentaries & Biographies - Military Documentary - Air
Classification: Exempt
Production Year: 2001
Plot: The definitive documentary of the Spitfire which fought in the frontline throughout the War.
Release details
DVD Region: Region 0 (All Regions)
Studio(s): PEGASUS ENTERTAINMENT; TOTAL HOME ENTERTAINMENT (THE)
Release date: 01/10/2001
No of Discs: 1
Catalogue No: PEGDVD 1001
Barcode: 5034504700178
Languages
Main Language: English
DVD Description
The ultimate icon in WWII fighter planes, the Spitfire, is featured here in a documentary that charts it's development and the crucial role it played during the war in the air. Features rare footage and interviews with the men who flew them.
Technical information
Special Features: Interactive Menu, Six Scene Selections, Ten Excerpts From Other War File Titles, Stills Gallery
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Sound: Dolby Digital Stereo
Dubbing Sound: Dolby Digital Stereo English
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