A full-sized replica of a WWII Spitfire being built in tribute to 71 pilots who died while learning to fly at RAF Grangemouth has had its wings attached.

The event marked a milestone for the memorial, which has been paid for with money raised by current air cadets.

RAF Grangemouth in Falkirk served as a major air centre until 1949, and pilots from all over the world trained there.

The plane is an exact replica of one flown by a young Polish pilot who was killed in training at the base.

 

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WWII Spitfire memorial gets its wings at RAF Grangemouth