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27th November 2005, 17:36
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Re: Unknown Spitfire recovered in Italy
I would suggest that this is the modification plate for the 'Tail Unit'.
6S....Indicates Supermarine as main contractor, so an early IX, if a IX or more probably an VIII FL.....Indicates usually subcontractor at Filton. AV....I believe indicates subcontractor to Filton Mod 193...Indicates a means to draining the fuselage has been incorporated. Introduced on Mks I & II. Mod 225...Indicates strengthening of the fuselage frame 20 (tail annulus) to cover a) somersault landing b) heavy tailwheel landings. Introduced on Mks I & II Mod 338...Indicates strengthening fuselage at attachment of tail plane. Introduced on all Mks. Mod 383...Indicates increased gauge of stern plating. Introduced on Mks I, II & V. PeterA 
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