Monogram Supermarine Spitfire Mark II 1/48 Scale

The Supermarine Spitfire was an iconic British single-seat fighter used by the RAF and many Allied countries in the Second World War.

Produced by Supermarine, the Spitfire was designed by R.J. Mitchell, who continued to refine the design until his death from cancer in 1937. Its elliptical wing had a thin cross-section, allowing a higher top speed than the Hawker Hurricane and other contemporary designs; it also resulted in a distinctive appearance, enhancing its overall streamlined features. Much loved by its pilots, the Spitfire saw service during the whole of the Second World War, in all theatres of war, and in many different variants.

Other information:
http://www.raf.mod.uk/history/spit1.html
http://www.mikekemble.com/ww2/spitfire.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supermarine_Spitfire