Peter,

The Spitfire was all metal, the Mosquito was plywood. Most A/C of the time had fabric covered control surfaces, for lightness and ease of repair.

Cheers,

Wayne DeLisle Sr.

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Plywood and fabric, wooden prop...just like a big KR. Made me cry. Thanks, Peter

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