Spitfire mishap in New Zealand

[Keith Webb]

Spitfire crashes at Masterton Aerodrome

A Spitfire aircraft crashed at the Masterton Aerodrome in the Wairarapa today.

The aircraft crashed just after 3pm, said a fire communications spokesman.

The pilot was not injured in the crash.

The cause of the crash was not known.

The World War 2 aircraft was due to fly in the Wings Over Wairarapa show this weekend.

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[Stuart Kirkham]

Looks like it has sustained minimal damage. By the position of the port side undercarridge leg, it may have performed an unexpected ground loop. Those Kiwis know a thing or two about Spitfire restoration and repair so I expect it to be airworthy again soon