Inside the Spitfire Factory

Synopsis

A team of dedicated engineers and enthusiasts turn the 1943 Mark IX Spitfire from rusty remains into flying legend.

First Air Date: 2020-09-28

Last Air Date: 2020-11-02

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Networks: More4

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Ep. 1: Episode 1 (2020-09-28)

The team get to work on the Spitfire's fuselage to get the 60-year-old parts back into shape. Plus. a WWII veteran who may have a very special connection to the project pays a visit.
Ep. 2: Episode 2 (2020-10-05)

The team get their newly-built fuselage off to the paint shop. Restoration guru Steve gets to work on a long-forgotten cousin of the Spitfire: the Hawker Typhoon.
Ep. 3: Episode 3 (2020-10-12)

The team take on the biggest challenge of the restoration - attaching the wings - and veteran Hurricane pilot Archie McInnes tells his astonishing story of survival.
Ep. 4: Episode 4 (2020-10-19)

With their warbirds due to play a starring role in the Biggin Hill air show, the team get their restorations back to the paint shop for some crucial wing components.
Ep. 5: Episode 5 (2020-10-26)

Factory owner Peter puts the newly-restored Merlin through its paces and pilot Jez explores the little-known history of the Spitfire as a reconnaissance aircraft.
Ep. 6: Episode 6 (2020-11-02)

After two years of hard work, the Spitfire is nearly complete and the team prepares for the maiden flight. Plus, Peter prepares for his next project.