NORTH WEALD AIRFIELD London/Essex

The Squadron at North Weald Airfield is Aero Legends flagship London/Essex location for premium Spitfire, Jet and Vintage Aircraft Flying Experiences. This location is an original WW2 Battle of Britain Airfield not only located 20 minutes from central London by road and rail but also London Stansted International Airport.

As well as being an important fighter station during the First and Second World War, in particular the Battle of Britain, the sight of Gloster Meteors and de Havilland Vampire fighters in the London/Essex skies was commonplace from 1949 to 1958. This facility is unrivalled with fantastic customer and guest facilities, including the superb Rosey Lea cafe. As such this location offers you fantastic facilities from which you can enjoy premium Spitfire, Jet and Vintage Aircraft flying experiences.

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NORTH WEALD AIRFIELD FACILITIES

This location has a long tarmac runway as well as grass runway and as a result offers year round flying capability. Experience iconic original WW2 infrastructure and due to it’s proximity to London, spectacular views over the city immediately after take-off. The Squadron provides unrivalled customer and guest facilities, including the superb Rosey Lea cafe open 7-days a week.

Premium cafe by Rosey Lea, open year round
Grass and Tarmac runways enabling year round flying capability
Private lounges and facilities for customers and their guests
Panoramic views of a genuine WW2 fighter station
No limits or restrictions on numbers of guests
Located just 20 minutes from central London by road and rail
With 20 minutes of London Stansted International Airport
Local area free from restrictive airspace and commercial air traffic

NORTH WEALD AIRFIELD HISTORY

RAF North Weald Airfield was an important fighter station during the First and Second World War, specifically the Battle of Britain. The airfield was established in the summer of 1916 during the First World War by the Royal Flying Corps which later became Royal Air Force. During the interwar period, the RAF built large hangars and accommodation for the RAF personnel. North Weald Airfield played an vital part in the air defence strategy for the United Kingdom during the Second World War.

Initially Hawker Hurricanes were deployed at the airfield, alongside Bristol Blenheim night fighters. The Hurricanes from North Weald saw action over the beaches of Dunkirk and played a key role in the Battle of Britain. In 1940, two American Eagle Squadrons moved in supplied with Spitfires. A couple of years later, Norwegian squadrons were reassigned to the airfield.

Following the war jet fighter squadrons were based at the airfield. The sight of Gloster Meteors and de Havilland Vampire fighters in the west Essex skies was commonplace from 1949. The last front line combat unit, No. 111 Squadron RAF flying Hawker Hunters, the famous Black Arrows of 22 loop formation fame, leaving in 1958.

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WHAT DO OUR CUSTOMERS THINK?

We pride ourselves on our personal approach to customer service ensuring your family and friends are included in the experience. We do not limit or restrict our guests and as a result we have achieved fantastic online reviews. For many our flights are the experience of a lifetime. The ultimate bucket list experience

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   Melissa Richards 
 October 21, 2026
 
 
  Absolutely brilliant experience flying the Harvard with Aero Legends. Everyone was incredibly welcoming, really worked hard to tailor the flight to what I wanted and just provide a first class experience overall.

The pilot, Phil, was so friendly and made me feel completely at ease with the flight. I still can’t quite believe I have experienced barrel rolls finally, but the icing on the cake was being allowed to take control of the aircraft in flight. I thought he’d gone mad, but Phil explained everything clearly before I took over, and made me feel completely confident with having a go.

Safety was taken very seriously with plenty of time dedicated to talking through different safety elements in situ in the aircraft, and there was plenty of time given to take photos and things with the plane and pilot afterwards.

I also met Charlie, the spitfire pilot, in the office afterwards and he spent time chatting to me about how the flight went.

Overall, a truly memorable afternoon delivered by a group of genuinely lovely and experienced people who wanted to make sure you left feeling like you had experienced something truly special.
  
 
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   Amy Sinden 
 October 19, 2026
 
 
  Fantastic experience provided by the staff and volunteers at Aerolegends. The information and insights provided by Craig made the Dakota experience! We enjoyed a laid-back and informative morning and felt extremely welcomed by the team.
  
 
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   Tara Williams 
 October 12, 2026
 
 
  Purchased a Spitfire flight for my husband's significant birthday - was a fantastic experience for him and all of the family that came to watch. Was a great atmosphere watching all of the hustle and bustle of the airfield before, during and after his flight - wing walkers, sky divers and of course the legendary spitfire Elizabeth, Harvard etc. The team at Aero Legends were great - made you feel welcome and at ease. A truly once in a lifetime experience.
Special thanks to Philip - pilot of the Harvard and the infamous Parky - pilot of the spitfire for giving us such a wonderful experience and memories. Truly, highly recommended.
  
 
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   Simon Lee 
 October 12, 2026
 
 
  What a fantastic experience, from start to finish all the team from pilot to ground crew made the day something that I will remember forever. Would definitely recommend. Book directly with aero legends….
  
 
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   Danny Trant 
 September 27, 2026
 
 
  The most unbelievable day of my life, hands down, from start to finish the lads at aero legends went above and beyond to make my experience the best day they could, flying the jet and getting to perform a few barrell rolls and loop the loops really made the day like a dream come true. Top marks and thanks to you all👌 👏

“Amazing Flight!”

The whole experience was unforgettable from start to finish. The staff are friendly, professional and very knowledgeable, all keen to give you the best possible time. Cannot recommend highly enough

Jo Revitt – Fly a Spitfire