Field Visit
Date 4 August 2004
Event ID 613938
Category Recording
Type Field Visit
Permalink http://canmore.org.uk/event/613938
A full-size Spitfire aircraft is mounted on a pyramidal pedestal to give the illusion of flight. Below the cockpit on the body of the plane is the circular RAF symbol, a section of a flag is on the tail.
The replica Second World War Spitfire was originally sited at the entrance to Edinburgh Airport. On 6 October 2003 it was taken away to allow work to begin on the new control tower. The Spitfire was restored and placed near the new tower.
The Spitfire marks Edinburgh Airport's role as home to 603 squadron during World War 2.
Inscriptions : None
Signatures : None
Information from Public Monuments and Sculpture Association (PMSA Work Ref : EDIN1516)
