Bristol Blenheim IV N3589 in Italian colours

Bristol Blenheim in Italian Service

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Bristol Blenheim in Italian Service

Italy captured a Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV when N3589 of 40 Squadron RAF landed by accident at Pantelleria Island on 13 September 1940. It was repainted in Italian colours and flown for evaluation.

Bristol Blenheim IV N3589 still in RAF markings

Bristol Blenheim IV N3589 in Italian colours — Bristol Blenheim IV N3589 still in RAF markings