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WW2 Spitfire Crash Claims RAF Pilot During Battle of Britain Memorial Flight

WW2 Spitfire Crash Claims RAF Pilot During Battle of Britain Memorial Flight

RAF Squadron Leader Mark Long died in a 2024 Spitfire crash during a memorial flight, prompting a 10-month grounding of Merlin-engine planes. After detailed safety checks, flights resumed in time for the 85th Battle of Britain anniversary.