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Fly a Spitfire Experience Dorset

Compton Abbas Airfield, Salisbury

Spitfire flights in Dorset
Flying from Compton Abbas
Operated by Aero Legends
See Shaftesbury & Jurassic coast

Choose Your Experience:

30 Minute 'West Country' Experience
ALSCA3 £ 3,250.00

40 Minute 'Needles' Experience
ALSCA4 £ 4,250.00

55 Minute 'Isle of Wight' Experience
ALSCA5 £ 5,750.00

What's Included

Iconic flight in a genuine WW2 Spitfire
Detailed pre-flight briefing covering the aircraft, equipment and safety procedures
Brief the route of your flight with your RAF trained pilot
The airfield is at the top of a hill in the heart of the Dorset countryside, free from airspace restrictions
Experience a fantastic range of aerobatic manoeuvres (if requested) in the most iconic aircraft of WW2
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

30 Minute 'West Country'

Enjoy a full range of classic Spitfire aerobatics and manoeuvres over the airfield
Approximately 10 minutes’ taxiing and engine checks before a minimum of 20 minutes airborne

40 Minute 'Needles'

Head out towards the Needles headland and coastline
A full range of classic Spitfire aerobatics and manoeuvres
Approximately 10 minutes’ taxiing and engine checks before a minimum of 30 minutes airborne

55 Minute 'Isle of Wight'

Enough airborne time for a fuller circuit taking in the Isle of Wight coastline before returning
A full range of classic Spitfire aerobatics and manoeuvres
Approximately 10 minutes’ taxiing and engine checks before a minimum 45 minutes airborne

What Can I Expect

Fulfill your lifelong Spitfire dream flying straight out of Compton Abbas Airfield to soar over the stunning coast and countryside of the South West! Book your once-in-a-lifetime 30, 40 or 55-minute experience and get ready to fly.

Aero Legends operates these seasonal flights in their two seater Spitfires from the wonderful Compton Abbas airfield, which is owned by Guy Ritchie, who also owns neighbouring Ashcombe Estate.

Perched on a chalk hilltop of Cranborne Chase, it’s easily the best spot to fly in a Spitfire in the whole of the South West region. As soon as you're airborne, it’s literally just minutes before you reach the dramatic Jurassic coastline.

What’s more, this is all unrestricted airspace. That means more freedom with your flight plan and the distinct possibility of experiencing some aerobatic moves during your flight if you’re up for it. You even get a chance to handle the controls for a short time!

The Aero Legends fleet includes NH341 ‘Elizabeth’. This magnificent Spitfire served with Air Forces and has been fully restored to be in glorious flying condition in two-seater configuration, ready to take the Dorset skies and, along with their skilled pilots, show you what they can do.

Whether you head towards Shaftesbury before looping back around to the Compton Abbas airfield on a 30-minute experience, or your track a route down flying as far as or even around the Needles and the Isle of Wight on the longer flights, the sensations of flying in a WW2 Spitfire are truly unforgettable and an experience that will stay with you long after you land.

When Is It Available

Selected weekdays and weekends (generally Thursday-Sunday)
8:45 Arrival for flights at 10:00, 11:00 & 12:00. 12:45
12:45 Arrival for flights at 14:00, 15:00 & 16:00

Location

Compton Abbas Airfield, Salisbury, Dorset
Seated atop a hill in the heart of Dorset countryside
Compton Abbas Airfield provides a breathtaking backdrop for flying training and experiences

Suitable For

Minimum age 18
Maximum Height 6'6" (1.98m)
Maximum Weight 17 Stone (108kg)
All participants must be able to walk 50 meters unaided and safely egress the aircraft themselves and declare themselves medically fit to fly with the consent form

Spectators

Guests are welcome and numbers are not restricted
Enjoy watching all the WW2 aircraft from the safety of our paddock positioned right next to the grass runway