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FLY IN A SPITFIRE

To fly in a Spitfire is the ultimate bucket list experience, so why compromise? Book an Aero Legends Spitfire Flight Experience

We operate two Two-Seat Spitfires and both have been converted to the Vickers Supermarine dual control, two-seat design. This gives you the full Spitfire experience with excellent visibility over the famous elliptical wing throughout your Spitfire Flight.

We are proud to have probably some of the most experienced pilots on these Marques flying for us. Many of which have long and successful careers with the RAF including the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and the Red Arrows.

The airfields from which we operate are carefully selected based on the iconic landmarks you can overfly, the local flight height restrictions and the impact of commercial air traffic. Headcorn and Sywell Aerodrome benefit from no commercial traffic therefore no lengthy wait for a departure slot. The lenient local flight height restrictions mean your flight has the option of being fully aerobatic.

The facilities at Headcorn Aerodrome and Sywell Aerodrome are perfect for friends and family. There are ample viewing areas overlooking the operations area and runway meaning your guests can be truly involved in the Spitfire Flight experience.

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Click on one of our products below to read more information about what you will receive on the day and to book a voucher.

Fly in a Spitfire

FROM £2,750

The Spitfire Ultimate Package

FROM £5,395

Formation Spitfire Flight

FROM £2,950

WHAT WILL HAPPEN ON THE DAY

On the day of your flight you will take part and experience Spitfire flight first hand. Click here to learn more about the day.

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FLY IN A SPITFIRE

  • 20-minute airborne (30 minute experience) passenger flight in a Two-Seat WWII Spitfire
  • Fly In A Spitfire – the legendary Mk IX Spitfire NH341 warbird of Grizzly Bear Squadron
  • NH341 Code DB-E Flew with the the famous pilots of RCAF 411 Squadron and had two kills over Normandy in June 1944
  • Includes essential safety briefing and equipment throughout
  • Includes a limited edition gift pack- Spitfire Pilot’s Notes, Event Info and Vintage Folder
  • Plan your flight with your pilot – headset communication in flight
  • Fly from Sywell, Northamptonshire.
  • Fly over The White Cliffs of Dover from Headcorn, Kent
  • FREE high definition multi-camera and intercom audio cockpit video footage
  • Family welcome – excellent viewing of the runway and aircraft
  • FREE Car Park, Cafes, Bars, Museum
  • FREE Squadron Print signed by your pilot after your flight
  • FREE RSC ‘Elizabeth’ pilots watch
  • 30-minute, 40-minute and 60-minute upgrade options available call for more info
  • Once your order is processed and your email voucher received, call us to book your date
£2750

THE ULTIMATE SPITFIRE PACKAGE

  • 40-minute airborne (50-minute experience) passenger flight in a Two-Seat WWII Spitfire
  • 45-minute (55-minute experience) trial lesson in a T6G Harvard
  • 45-minute (55-minute experience) trial lesson in a de Havilland Tiger Moth
  • Complete the training progress of aircraft like a pilot in WWII
  • Fly In A Spitfire – the legendary Mk IX Spitfire NH341 warbird of Grizzly Bear Squadron
  • NH341 Code DB-E Flew with the the famous pilots of RCAF 411 Squadron and had two kills over Normandy in June 1944
  • Includes essential safety briefing and equipment throughout
  • Includes a limited edition gift pack- Spitfire Pilot’s Notes, Event Info and Vintage Folder
  • Plan your flight with your pilot and instructors – headset communication in all flights
  • Fly over The White Cliffs of Dover from Headcorn, Kent
  • Included high definition multi-camera and intercom audio cockpit video footage
  • Family welcome – excellent viewing of the runway and aircraft
  • FREE Car Park, Cafes, Bars, Museum
  • Inclusive of Squadron Print signed by your pilot after your flight
  • Book your Ultimate Spitfire Package at £5395
  • Once your order is processed and your email voucher received, call us to book your date
£5395

 FORMATION SPITFIRE FLIGHT

  • 20-minute airborne (30 minute experience) Two-Seat WW2 Spitfire formation passenger flight
  • Fly in close formation with another WW2 Spitfire
  • Includes a limited edition gift pack- Spitfire Pilot’s Notes, Event Info and Vintage Folder
  • Includes essential safety briefing and equipment throughout
  • Includes a limited edition gift pack- Spitfire Pilot’s Notes, Event Info and Vintage Folder
  • Fly over The White Cliffs of Dover from Headcorn, Kent
  • High definition multi-camera and intercom audio cockpit video footage
  • Family welcome – excellent viewing of the runway and aircraft
  • FREE Car Park, Cafes, Bars, Museum
  • FREE Squadron Print signed by your pilot after your flight
  • 30-minute, 40-minute and 60-minute upgrade options available call for more info
  • Once your order is processed and your email voucher received, call us to book your date
£2950

YOUR DAY WITH US

ARRIVAL

Aero Legends staff greet you at the Aero Legends main reception and proceed with your check-in. Sywell and Headcorn Aerodromes both have free parking and good facilities with excellent viewing areas of the runway. Each aerodrome has a café and licenced bar, we encourage your family and friends to savour the atmosphere and share your day. Your day will start with a flight briefing where you will receive all the practical safety information required to fly in a Spitfire – as approved by the CAA.

YOUR AIRCRAFT

A unique once in a lifetime opportunity to experience a flight in a Two-Seat Spitfire. This is a very rare and unique experience, made more amazing when you’re flying in an actual Spitfire used during WWII combat in the Battle for Normandy. During your flight you will experience the sights, sounds and smells of the cockpit and communicate with your pilot, viewing the skills and techniques it takes to fly such an historic aircraft.

PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO

Your flight in a Spitfire will be filmed throughout and will be available to purchase after your flight. Cockpit video footage is taken for each flight. The video is produced from a forward facing camera, a cockpit facing camera and the audio from the pilot and passenger intercom. Spectators and family members are welcomed to take photos and videos from the ample viewing areas assigned at each aerodrome.

CUSTOMERS TESTIMONIALS

“They could not have been more welcoming, friendly and helpful. Surprise spitfire flight for a 90 year old made so special by the care and attention to detail for his special day. Thank you”

Jo Palmer – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“It was an amazing day, we’ll remember it for the rest of our lives. What an experience, far beyond our expectations! Thank you to the whole team”

Lynn De Merlier – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“It was the most exhilarating, thrilling experience I’ve ever had. I’d actually flown Britain’s most legendary fighter and the elation was hard to impart. I’d recommend it to anybody”

Chris Clifford – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“A massive “Thank You” for a truly fantastic day yesterday. The flight was everything I expected it to be, and even a bit more. Your team made the whole day truly superb for us all and I have a sneaky suspicion I may be back one day!!!”

Tim & Sarah Wood – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

” In the lead up to the day, the Aero Legends Team were there for us. Engaged in all of the detailed, often unseen (but never unappreciated), planning that is needed to make the day seem so deceptively effortless.

On the day itself, and from the warm and friendly greeting that I received from Chris, through to the professional and enthusiastic assistance that I received to get me settled safely inside the Spitfire (inside the Spitfire!!!), and for everything that happened before, during and after the flight – I have nothing but admiration and gratitude for all of the team.

To fly in a Spitfire at all is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, to be treasured. To fly with Charlie Brown made this immeasurably better.

I struggle to find the words to describe the honour, privilege and pleasure of being able to fly in formation with the Devon (Air Chief Marshal Sir Basil Embry’s personal transport), and with two veterans of World War 2. Including a Hurricane that actually fought in the Battle of Britain, a pivotal moment in our country’s history, and indeed for civilisation as a whole.

I will forever treasure the memories of this astounding, remarkable, incredible day. Please pass on my profound gratitude and thanks to everyone who contributed to making this happen.

Paul Hicks – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

What can I say, the 6 year old me would not believe that I had flown a Spitfire in a two-ship formation over Capel-le-ferme! Thank you so much to all! Parky and Charlie Brown were just fantastic, and I really cannot put into words just how beautiful an aircraft Elizabeth is. I would say I’m on cloud nine, but I’m pretty sure Parky victory rolled around it…… not that I mind!

Mike Woloschuk – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“These guys made my dads lifetime dream come true. The skill of parky was amazing and the WHOLE team were legends too!! My whole family had an emotional blast of a day and Aero Legends made it possible. The inflight video and spitfire watch just topped it off!

It doesn’t come across enough in text but from the whole Woodthorpe family and Cliff
THANK YOU FOR THE LIFETIME EXPERIENCE !!”

Cliff Woodthorpe – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“I would like to thank you all for such a wonderful day last Thursday 28th July 2016, when my husband Andrew had his flight in the Spitfire. It was wonderful that our family, who had made a long journey that day, were able to join us and enjoy the whole experience.”

Andrew & Lorraine Vidler – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“From the moment we walked through your door until the last handshake goodbye you could not have done more for us. The professionalism of your operation was of the highest standard and the ground crew, the most brilliant team of people to look after us.”

David Welch – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“Amazing day! Made to feel welcome & a part of the team from the moment you walk in the door. My Stepson flew with Parky in Elizabeth. We’re all grinning & those of us that didn’t go up in the sky are jealous.”

Caroline Lee – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

“I flew the spitfire Elizabeth on June 15 this year. From the time we arrived till the moment we left we were made very welcome. The place is the great venue and I would advise anyone if they were thinking of wanting to fly a spitfire, Aero Legends is the place to go. Flying over the White Cliffs, doing a victory roll over the Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel le Ferne and flying her myself is something I will remember for the rest of my life. Thank you to Charlie Brown and the crew at Aero Legends for making my dream of flying a spitfire possible”

Tom Lennon – SVG Icon Fly In A Spitfire

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