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Supermarine Spitfire Mark Vb

Aircraft & Exhibits, DEC 1941-DEC 1982, London, Hangar One, 82/A/1716

The Mk V was regarded by pilots as the best handling Spitfire, despite its very short development time. It was also the most widely produced, equipping over 140 RAF squadrons.

Single engine aircraft with camouflage pattern, © RAF Museum

Power Jets W2/500

Aircraft & Exhibits, 1943-1945, London, Hangar One, 71/E/1313

The Power Jets W2 series of experimental gas turbines, like this W2B dating from 1942, led to the development of Britain's first production jet engine – the Rolls-Royce Welland.

Compact cylindrical engine mounted on a metal stand, © RAF Museum

Railway Ticket, RAF Henlow

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 84/C/723

Many RAF stations had, and still do have, attendant railway stations offering a connection to the wider world.

Square cardboard railway ticket, © RAF Museum