Wednesday, August 6, 2025

'Merlins over Malta' Spitfire

In September 2005, a Spitfire and a Hurricane flew over Malts, to mark 60 years since the end of WWII, and to commemorate the fighting that took place over the island. This event was named 'Merlins over Malta'.

I managed to obtain a model of the Spitfire that was used for 'Merlins over Malta'.


As far as I can tell, these are pictures of the actual Spitfire that flew over Malta, both before and after it was painted blue.


Two books are recommended if you're interested to know more; one a military history book, the other containing the personal experiences of one of the pilots flying in the battle then and there.


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