RAAF Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VIII Z-PQ "Grey Nurse"

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This Spitfire was the regular mount of Flight Lieutenant Ted Sly.
When Bruce Watson took command over 457th Squadron at the end of 1944, he wanted the squadron to adopt a common emblem and theme for all aircraft. Ted suggested the adoption of the name “Grey Nurse” and the shark´s mouth emblem for 457 Squadron´s Spitfires.
A vote was taken and his idea was adopted.
The aircraft was finished in the RAF post-Battle of Britain day fighter scheme of Ocean Grey, Dark Green and Medium Sea Grey.

Information: Eduard Kit No.1188 – ‘Aussie Eight’ Spitfire Mk.VIII in Australian Service – Limited Edition/Dual Combo Review by Brad Fallen