The strongest candidate for the best low-level Spitfire was the Mk IX, particularly the LF (Low-Altitude Fighter) variants powered by the Merlin 66. Introduced in 1942, it delivered excellent throttle ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. p 47 GettyImages 515571980 Bettmann Getty Images Dominance in air combat at low altitude demanded rapid acceleration, sharp roll ...