This Spitfire MK IX carries rare Mediterranean markings and is also the only Spitfire flying in the world with a Rolls Royce Merlin 63. It’s believed to be the second earliest Mk IX Spitfire in airworthy condition. Built at Castle Bromwich April 1943, 11th May 1943, Shipped to Casablanca for service with the Middle East Air Force aboard the SS Fort Jersey. LZ842 served in Malta and Sicily, with 93 Sqn and 232 Sqn. Restoration is Complete 2021.
