Spitfire VIII bound for Germany

The only Supemarine Spitfire Mk VIII fighter in Britain, MV154/G-BKMI, has been sold by Robs Lamplough to Max Alpha Aviation. The former Royal Australian Air Force machine will soon move from its base at Filton to Bremgarten, Germany, where it will take up residence in the Meier Motors hangar.

Since its first post-restoration flight at Filton in May 1994, the Spitfire has been operated in the markings of a 145 Sqn Spitfire IX with the serial MT928.

This is just a taster — see April's Aeroplane magazine for the full story and picture.