Formation Spitfire Experience

"Formation Spitfire Experience"

Formation Spitfire Experience

Spitfire MJ444 ‘Lady Luck’ joined the fleet in 2024, marking the much-anticipated return of the Formation Spitfire weekends. This development promises an unparalleled experience for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

Passengers embarking on this extraordinary journey will have the opportunity to fly in the UK’s finest T9 Spitfires, taking off from historic airfields in London/Essex, Kent and Dorset. These locations, with their wartime charm and iconic grass runways, set the stage for an authentic and immersive experience.

What sets Aero Legends apart is not only the remarkable aircraft but also the team of experienced Spitfire pilots who ensure a thrilling and safe adventure. In just 8 minutes after takeoff, passengers can find themselves in close formation over the majestic White Cliffs of Dover, a sight that invokes the spirit of wartime aviation.

Formation Spitfire Headcorn

Headcorn, Kent Buy From £3525

Formation Spitfire North Weald

North Weald, Essex Buy From £3525

Formation Spitfire Compton Abbas

Compton Abbas, Dorset Buy From £3525

Formation Spitfire Experience Headcorn Aerodrome (Kent)

Limited spaces – book early to avoid disappointment! Formation Spitfire experience from Headcorn Aerodrome (Kent). Headcorn is an original WW2 location, offering breathtaking backdrops to your flying experience. You have the best seat in the house, start your experience with a phenomenal formation take-off before experiencing close formation flying and formation aerobatics in a Spitfire.

Click on ‘Buy & Book’ below to buy and book your flying date
Click on ‘Buy a Voucher’ to purchase a flight voucher & make a flight booking at a later date

For one person

from £3525 Buy & Book

from £3525 Buy A Voucher

For two people

from £7050 Buy & Book

What’s Included?

30 minute experience flying one of two WW2 Spitfires in a formation flight
A rare and limited opportunity to fly ‘in’ a Spitfire and ‘with’ a Spitfire
Invite a friend to fly with or fly in formation with another Spitfire enthusiast
Includes a detailed pre-flight briefing covering the aircraft, equipment and safety procedures
Brief the route of your flight with your RAF trained pilot and formation partner to ensure you get everything you want out of your time in the range of aircraft
Fly from a famous RAF station – Headcorn Aerodrome (Kent)
Clear of London airspace ceiling height restrictions due to commercial airliner activity, so customers can experience a higher level of flight freedom and the whole raft of classic Spitfire flight aerobatics and manoeuvres.
We do not restrict guest numbers or charge you to invite them. They can enjoy watching the WW2 aircraft from our paddock and our original WW2 RAF ‘Scramble hut’ with adjoining cafe
Car park, Museum (not CA), Café & Bar
Our Spitfires are fully dual-control TR.IX variants
After you place an order (‘Buy & book’ or ‘Buy a voucher’), you instantly receive an ‘Order Confirmation’ email with a printable (lo-res) Spitfire gift card (PDF) and a printable (lo-res) message from our RAF Spitfire pilots (PDF) as attachments – you can print or share
On the flight day, take home a souvenir pack including a personalised, signed flight certificate print of ‘your’ Spitfire, an aircraft patch, Spitfire pilot’s notes and an aircraft sticker
In-flight video, flight extensions and Formation Flight options are available to pre-book online.
We have a full merchandise range available on the day of your flight!
Limited spaces – book early to avoid disappointment

Formation Spitfire Experience North Weald (London/Essex)

Limited spaces – book early to avoid disappointment! Formation Spitfire experience from North Weald Airfield (Essex). North Weald is an authentic WW2 location, offering breathtaking backdrops to your flying experience. You have the best seat in the house, start your experience with a phenomenal formation take-off before experiencing close formation flying and formation aerobatics in a Spitfire.

Click on ‘Buy & Book’ below to buy and book your flying date
Click on ‘Buy a Voucher’ to purchase a flight voucher & make a flight booking at a later date

For one person

from £3525 Buy & Book

from £3525 Buy A Voucher

For two people

from £7050 Buy & Book

What’s Included?

30 minute experience flying one of two WW2 Spitfires in a formation flight
A rare and limited opportunity to fly ‘in’ a Spitfire and ‘with’ a Spitfire
Invite a friend to fly with or fly in formation with another Spitfire enthusiast
Includes a detailed pre-flight briefing covering the aircraft, equipment and safety procedures
Brief the route of your flight with your RAF trained pilot and formation partner to ensure you get everything you want out of your time in the range of aircraft
Fly from famous RAF station – North Weald Airfield (Essex) RAF North Weald 1916 – 1964
Shortly after take off, you’re clear of London airspace ceiling height restrictions due to commercial airliner activity, so customers can experience a higher level of flight freedom and the whole raft of classic Spitfire flight aerobatics and manoeuvres.
We do not restrict guest numbers or charge you to invite them. They can enjoy watching the WW2 aircraft from our paddock and our original WW2 RAF ‘Scramble hut’ with adjoining cafe
Car park, Museum (not CA), Café & Bar
Our Spitfires are fully dual-control TR.IX variants
After you place an order (‘Buy & book’ or ‘Buy a voucher’), you instantly receive an ‘Order Confirmation’ email with a printable (lo-res) Spitfire gift card (PDF) and a printable (lo-res) message from our RAF Spitfire pilots (PDF) as attachments – you can print or share
On the flight day, take home a souvenir pack including a personalised, signed flight certificate print of ‘your’ Spitfire, an aircraft patch, Spitfire pilot’s notes and an aircraft sticker
In-flight video, flight extensions and Formation Flight options are available to pre-book online.
We have a full merchandise range available on the day of your flight!
Limited spaces – book early to avoid disappointment

Formation Spitfire Experience Compton Abbas (Dorset)

Limited spaces – book early to avoid disappointment! Formation Spitfire experience from Compton Abbas Airfield (North Dorset). Now owned by Guy Ritchie, Compton Abbas offers a breathtaking backdrop to your flying experience. You have the best seat in the house, experience close formation flying and formation aerobatics in a Spitfire.

Click on ‘Buy & Book’ below to buy and book your flying date
Click on ‘Buy a Voucher’ to purchase a flight voucher & make a flight booking at a later date

For one person

from £3525 Buy & Book

from £3525 Buy A Voucher

For two people

from £7050 Buy & Book

What’s Included?

30 minute experience flying one of two WW2 Spitfires in a formation flight
A rare and limited opportunity to fly ‘in’ a Spitfire and ‘with’ a Spitfire
Invite a friend to fly with or fly in formation with another Spitfire enthusiast
Includes a detailed pre-flight briefing covering the aircraft, equipment and safety procedures
Brief the route of your flight with your RAF trained pilot and formation partner to ensure you get everything you want out of your time in the range of aircraft
Fly from Compton Abbas Airfield (North Dorset), now owned by Guy Ritchie
Clear of London airspace ceiling height restrictions due to commercial airliner activity, so customers can experience a higher level of flight freedom and the whole raft of classic Spitfire flight aerobatics and manoeuvres.
We do not restrict guest numbers or charge you to invite them. They can enjoy watching the WW2 aircraft from our paddock and our original WW2 RAF ‘Scramble hut’ with adjoining cafe
Car park, Museum (not CA), Café & Bar
Our Spitfires are fully dual-control TR.IX variants
After you place an order (‘Buy & book’ or ‘Buy a voucher’), you instantly receive an ‘Order Confirmation’ email with a printable (lo-res) Spitfire gift card (PDF) and a printable (lo-res) message from our RAF Spitfire pilots (PDF) as attachments – you can print or share
On the flight day, take home a souvenir pack including a personalised, signed flight certificate print of ‘your’ Spitfire, an aircraft patch, Spitfire pilot’s notes and an aircraft sticker
In-flight video, flight extensions and Formation Flight options are available to pre-book online.
We have a full merchandise range available on the day of your flight!
Limited spaces – book early to avoid disappointment

Fly In A Spitfire Optional Extras

In-Flight Video

Buy the optional video when you buy the flight online or buy at check-in on your flight day. The video will be at least cockpit footage from a cockpit facing camera. Your guests can take photos and videos from the ample viewing areas assigned at each aerodrome.

T6 Harvard Formation

20 Minute Spitfire & T6 Harvard Formation Experience. An exclusive experience for a friend of family member to fly in close formation with you during your Fly a Spitfire Experience. Give them the camera and snap that air-to-air masterpiece for the man cave wall.

WHAT DO OUR CUSTOMERS THINK?

      EXCELLENT  
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   Alan Martin 
 September 21, 2026
 
 
  I was lucky enough to experience the 55-minute Isle of Wight flight in a Spitfire out of Compton Abbas Airfield. It was incredible! The pilot was amazing, as was the whole team. Everyone was so friendly and approachable. The video package was added to the flight, and I'm so glad because my family and friends can see the smile on my face for the entire trip. I can say I got to fly a Spitfire! The barrel rolls and loops (not compulsory, but why not?) were awesome (I'm running out of superlatives!). Like millions of people, I have "flown" home computer flight simulators since the dawn of gaming. Imagine the best simulator you can, then add all your senses being excited simultaneously and multiply the total by 100. If you can do that, then you'll start to understand just what the experience provides. Breathtaking. Exhilarating. The views across the English countryside, out to sea. It's impossible for me to overstate the day. Compton Abbas has plenty of parking and viewing for family and friends. There's a restaurant. Make a day of it because it'll be a day you'll always remember.
  
 
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   Chris Davis 
 September 15, 2026
 
 
  I flew the Mach loop with ‘Berty’ Brett on September9th. An unbelievable flight after a very professional training session on the ejector seat. Berty showed exceptional communication and training skills during the flight and made it fun.  The ground support staff were not only very warm and welcoming but highly competent.  This is a phenomenal experience never to be forgotten.
  
 
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   Rob Atkinson 
 September 13, 2026
 
 
  A truly fantastic experience, flying from Hawarden through the Mach loop and along the Ogwen valley with some aerobatics to finish, can't recommend it highly enough. A very professional and friendly team, my guest and I were very well looked after, a big thank you to you all.
  
 
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   jon new 
 September 12, 2026
 
 
  I Did the Tiger moth flight at Compton Abbas it was fantastic. The ground crew and pilot couldn't do enough to make this a great experience I can't recommend it enough
  
 
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   Julie Owens 
 September 11, 2026
 
 
  Second time flying with Aerolegends. First was flying in the Spitfire Elizabeth an emotional and truly perfect experience. Second time was in the Strikemaster 8 years later, this month. A once in a lifetime very special experience.  So lucky to do it and just made it as the weather closed in. Both times I took the optional recording. Because of the nostalgia,  I preferred the Spitfire. Great company offering unique experinces, I will cherish, and brag to my friends and family! Pilots are amazing,  Parky and Sean!