Fly with a Spitfire
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About the experience
You will be flying right up next to the magnificent World War II fighter plane on these breathtaking passenger flights from the airports at Headcorn and North Weald. All flying enthusiasts adore the Spitfire. It serves as both a sombre remembrance of those who gave their lives to defend freedom and a symbol of the Second World War for many. You can take part in a 20 minute trip and fly alongside the Spitfire in a plane or helicopter - this is unquestionably not an average passenger trip. Fly over Essex or Kent as the World War Two fighter plane takes off to join you!
- Fly alongside a WW2 spitfire in close formation
- Flights are taken in a multi-seat certified passenger aeroplane or helicopter
- Ground viewing of the spitfire with plenty of photo opportunities Staff on hand to answer all your questions about the aircraft
- Experiences generally last 3-4 hours
- 20 flight alongside the Spitfire
- Take off from Headcorn or North Weald airfields
- Watch as the Spitfire dances around you!
- Take the most amazing air-to-air photos ever
- Selected weekend dates
- Dates and session times are subject to weather conditions and availability at your chosen venue
Current Scheduled 2024 Dates:
- North Weald Aerodrome, Essex: 18th - 19th May
- North Weald Aerodrome, Essex: 3rd - 4th August
- Headcorn Aerodrome, Kent: 21st - 22nd September
Information
Spectators are welcome, with excellent views of the runway and aircraft
Participants should allow for a whole day for the experience 9am-7pm, experiences generally last half a day and this is a precaution to allow for weather conditions
Minimum Age: 16 years
Minimum Height: 137.00 cm
Maximum Height: 198.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 114.00 kg
- Height restrictions: Minimum 4ft 6ins, maximum height 6ft 4ins
- Maximum weight 18 stone
- Free car parking and picnic area
- Onsite restaurants and childrens area
- All flights are 'chock to chock' so include taxi time
- At no point do you fly in the Spitfire
- Opportunity to 'Sit in a Spit' The iconic Spitfire Mk IX TD314 for an additional charge of £65 payable on the day
- Entry to the onsite museum is payable on the day if you wish to visit
Locations
- Essex
- Kent
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