The Supermarine Spitfire was one of the most innovative WWII planes, earning much respect because of its performance and prowess during key points of the war. Often described as one of the most ...

Powerful and dependable, the Rolls-Royce Merlin aero engine was fitted to many of the most significant warplanes of the Second World War—from the Spitfire and Hurricane to the Lancaster. The engine’s ...

The "D" variant of the North American P-51 Mustang has long been considered one of the greatest aircraft ever to fly. It is considered by many to be one of the leading technological reasons why the ...

One of the unsung heroes of World War Two's battle for air supremacy is being remembered, 80 years after the Spitfire entered service. Alongside the sleek design, the throaty roar of its Merlin engine ...

A Supermarine Spitfire Mk. 8 fighter plane - Spitfires helped to win the Battle of Britain Kogo, Wikimedia Commons The Battle of Britain began on 10 July 1940 and made history as being the first major ...

When I met my husband, he gave me many plausible explanations for the fact that he lived in Cambridge. Fifteen years later, I recognise the true reason: the city's proximity to the village of Duxford.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. GettyImages 528673160 Michael Cole Corbis via Getty Images 2 Powerful and dependable, the Rolls-Royce Merlin aero engine was ...