02-04-2025
Spitfire passenger flights to be available from aerodrome near Cheshire
People will soon be able to fly in a Spitfire from Hawarden Aerodrome this year.
The chance to soar above Wales, the Lake District, and the North West will be available for select days in May and September.
will have the historic aircraft at the aerodrome from May 29 to May 31 and again from September 17 to September 19.
Subject to demand, plans to have a plane stationed at Hawarden Aerodrome annually.
The Spitfire will be one of three TR9s operated by the company.
In the plane, a hand-picked pilot from flight crew will be in the front seat, with the paying passenger in the rear seat.
The passenger will have their own cockpit, equipped with a full set of instruments and flight controls.
A 1944 Spitfire Tr9, G-ILDA (SM520) (Image: Supplied) For those interested, there will even be an opportunity to take the controls and experience flying the legendary aircraft firsthand.
Matt Jones, the founder and managing director of said: "We're looking forward to offering Spitfire flights from Hawarden Aerodrome.
"With some of the most stunning scenery in Great Britain on its doorstep, we couldn't resist bringing one of our Spitfires here to offer passenger flights during such a significant anniversary year, both for our country and for our business.
"Taking off from Hawarden Aerodrome and heading towards the ruggedly beautiful Welsh coastline and heading on to sights such as Pontycyllte Aqueduct, Point of Aye Lighthouse and even Snowdonia promises to be truly mesmerizing.
"During the flights we offer, we will be able to take in the sights around the River Mersey and fly across North Wales and the Lake District and near to Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham, which promises to be incredibly special for local residents."
The company will be operating from Hawarden for the first time in 2025, which is the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and also the 10th anniversary of offering these experiences to the public.
Scenic views from the iconic Spitfire will include the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, Point of Ayr Lighthouse, Snowdonia, and the Welsh coastline.
Flights will depart from Aviation Park Group Ltd, a recognised centre for business aviation and engineering.
Bookings for this unique experience can be made online or by calling HQ on 01243 531147.
Prices for the 30-minute flight start at £3,400.
