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Celebrating Vasily Matsievich’s Birthday with the Return of the Spitfire Mk IXc!
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Vasily Matsievich was born on April 13th 1913, and joined the Red Army in 1933. From 1942, he commanded a squadron of the 26th Fighter Aviation Regiment of the 7th Fighter Aviation Corps of the USSR Air Defense Forces. He was credited with 16 personal air victories and another 16 as part of a group. For his exemplary service, Matsievich was awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union.

The Spitfire Mk IXc (USSR) is temporarily available for !

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Where: USSR > Aviation > Premium vehicles.

  • The Spitfire Mk IXc (USSR) is only available during the promotion.

About this aircraft

  • The Spitfire Mk IXc (Rank IV, USSR) fighter boasts both maneuverability and a high rate of climb, allowing its pilots to change their combat style on the fly, adapting to conditions and exploiting opponents weaknesses. Two 20 mm autocannons and four 7.7 mm machine guns are at your disposal, enough firepower to take down any opponent!
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