The Rolls-Royce Merlin engine remains one of the most recognizable sounds in aviation history. At Biggin Hill, the Spitfire’s low passes allowed the full character of the engine to carry across the ...

We listen to the pure sound of the Rolls Royce Merlin engine as historic aircraft come alive. The Avro Lancaster, Supermarine Spitfire, and Hawker Hurricane all relied on this legendary powerplant.

Without question, the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine is one of the greatest piston pushers ever made. The 27-liter V12 was built in the 1930s and 1940s and would eventually go on to power allied fighter ...