HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman briefed on WWII Supermarine Silver Spitfire

Manama, Nov. 17 (BNA): His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, accompanied by His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, today viewed a Second World War-era Supermarine Silver Spitfire, which landed in Bahrain as part of a round-the-world expedition. During this occasion, HH Shaikh Isa highlighted the strength of historic ties between Bahrain and the United Kingdom, noting that the strong partnership between the two Kingdoms, continues to advance across various levels. HH Shaikh Isa and HH Shaikh Mohammed were given a brief on the history and make of the iconic British fighter jet, and its role and use during World War II. The short-range, high-performance interceptor aircraft, embarked on a round the world expedition earlier this year, and is set to visit approximately thirty countries – Bahrain being one of the destinations. HH Shaikh Isa welcomed the pilots to the Kingdom, and wished them success in their voyage.