Spitfire Experiences

 

The Supermarine Spitfire is one of Britain's best known aircraft.  It was designed by RJ Mitchell and it was a formidable attacking weapon in the war.   Aviation fans have dug deep and worked hard to keep the Spitfire going.  Out of over 20,000 built, around 50 airworthy examples are left today. 

Many people would agree that the Spitfire epitomises the bravery of all those who fought for freedom.

And there are now opportunities to see this wonderful aircraft close up - you don't even have to leave the ground!  Into the Blue have a couple of Spitfire experiences at Biggin Hill where you can stay on terra firma!.

VIP Spitfire Tour for £49

Enjoy a guided tour of this very special aircraft hangar at Biggin Hill in Kent, and also meet the restoration team and ask them questions.  This experience includes:

  • Guided tour of this very special aircraft hangar
  • Meet the restoration team and ask questions
  • Get up close to Spitfires & Hurricanes
  • Optional upgrade to Sit in a Spitfire cockpit (for £69)

This is available from Into the Blue

VIP Spitfire Tour at Biggin Hill in Kent 
VIP Spitfire Tour at Biggin Hill in Kent

The Ultimate Spitfire SimulatorGoodwood Aerodrome, West Sussex
from £275.00

Wow, this is a Simulator session in a Spitfire MkIX simulator - it's the only Spitfire sim that can be used for training new Spitfire pilots!

The Ultimate Spitfire Simulator

There's a 15 minute briefing and introduction to the controls and a 30 minute session in the simulator with about 20 minutes "airbourne".  You need to allow about an hour on site for this expereince and a guest can accompany you in the simulator. 

There's an extended session and you'll get a 60 minute session with about 50 minutes "airbourne".  

Find out more from Into the Blue

If you're looking for gift ideas for a Spitfire lovers, how about these:

 English Heritage has these Spitfire Repeat Socks Green
English Heritage has these Spitfire Repeat Socks Green for £7.00
They are 78% Cotton 21% Polyamide 1% elastane, and this is an exclusive English Heritage design.
Find out more.

 
A Spitfire Pop Up Card from Cardology
You could use this Spitfire Pop Up Card for a birthday or a day such as Father's Day.
Cardology's Pop Up cards are like a mix of a card and a gift!
£10.00 from Cardology