Some were later fitted with the larger , pointed rudder developed for later Merlin - powered Spitfires .
In 1944 enough Spitfire VB ( trop ) s to equip one squadron were supplied to Turkey .
Some were later fitted with the larger , pointed rudder developed for later Merlin - powered Spitfire VB .
In 1944 enough Spitfire VB ( trop ) s to equip one squadron were supplied to Turkey .