Last year, we had the privilege of painting and selling a Johnnie Johnson MK9 model, a piece that truly resonated with enthusiasts. Inspired by that success, we’ve chosen to honour another storied aircraft—this time, a Spitfire flown by a young pilot officer from the 412 Canadian Squadron, based at Beny Sur Mer B4 airfield. This particular Spitfire, piloted by PO Garwood, saw intense action during the Normandy operations. After taking flak, Garwood was forced to land VZ S, but fortunately, he touched down on friendly ground and walked away unscathed.

Our current project is dedicated to capturing the essence of this battle-worn machine. We are painstakingly recreating the rugged, well-worn paint job that reflects the aircraft's time in the field. The invasion stripes and code borders, hastily applied during the heat of battle, add to its authentic, rough-hewn character. Despite the meticulous mechanical upkeep these planes received, their exterior finishes told a different story—a story of relentless action and survival.

Expect to see a truly hand-painted piece that embodies the spirit of Normandy. More details to come as we bring this historical tribute to life.

After successfully completing the CAA test flying programme, the new Canadian MK9 Spitfire flew at the 70th anniversary in Creully France, in tribute to all D Day pilots that flew in that campaign.