British Team Preparing to Rescue Spitfires Buried in Burma

The video discusses the historical significance of the Spitfire aircraft during WWII and the recent efforts to locate and excavate buried Spitfires in Burma. The discovery could lead to the restoration of these iconic planes, creating jobs and reviving a piece of British military history. The project involves digging up to 10 meters to uncover crates containing Spitfire parts, which have been preserved underground for decades.

What was the special status of the Spitfire during World War II?

• It was the most expensive aircraft to produce.

• It was used exclusively for training pilots.

• It played a vital role in the skies above Britain.

• It was the first aircraft to fly over the Atlantic.

Where is the team planning to start their search for the buried aircraft?

• Near the British Museum

• At a site in London

• At the MENGLAD on Airfield near Rangoon

• In the deserts of Egypt

What is the expected depth the team will have to dig to find the buried Spitfires?

• 20 meters

• 15 meters

• 10 meters

• 5 meters

How many Spitfires were originally manufactured during World War II?

• 21,000

• 30,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

What could be a potential benefit of successfully uncovering the buried Spitfires?

• They could be displayed in international air shows.

• They could be sold to private collectors.

• They could create new jobs in building and flying them.

• They could be used in modern warfare.