During the heat of World War II, a tragic air accident occurred in the heart of Britain.
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'2025, in the fields of Kent, a vintage Spitfire from Fly a Spitfire, based at Biggin Hill, took an abrupt nose-dive just hours before the VE Day celebrations. The Times broke the news.
This 82-year-old warbird, overflying a caravan park, experienced a power loss, plummeted towards some trees, yet managed to land in a mustard field near West Hythe, close to Folkestone, with nary a scratch on its passengers.
Two fire engines were summoned to the chaotic scene, with one person needing medical attention, although the pilot and passenger remained unscathed.
As for the cause of the power loss, it's still a mystery, with investigations likely on the horizon, as reported.
Previously, it emerged that valuable military artifacts such as tanks, artillery, and exact replicas of combat aircraft had been shipped to Mosfilm Studios' outdoor set "Defense Ruins" for a film titled "Victory! The Flag over the Reichstag."
Before that, buzz surrounded the plans to recreate Moscow's Red Square in "World of Tanks" to honor the 80th anniversary of the triumph.
In the investigation following the unexpected emergency landing of the Spitfire plane, the roles of various sectors might be scrutinized, including the aviation industry, finance for potential maintenance funding, and transportation for any logistical issues leading to the power loss. The incident also highlights the significant role of emergency services in the transportation industry, such as fire departments, during aviation-related incidents.
