1945 Supermarine Aircraft Spitfire MkxivSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Blenheim, South Island, New Zealand

This Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XIVe, built in July 1945 and located in Blenheim, South Island, New Zealand, was the subject of a comprehensive, ground-up restoration by Historic Flying at Audley End, UK. Following a take-off incident in New Zealand, the aircraft went to AvSpecs Ltd at Ardmore, New Zealand, who carried out the necessary repairs, including the application of its striking SEAC colour scheme. The aircraft has subsequently flown just 23 hours since its return to the air. Over the last decade this restoration has served as the star attraction at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre in Blenheim, where it has been admired by around...