SPITFIRE FLIGHT EXPERIENCES AT BOURNEMOUTH AIRPORT, WEST SUSSEX
Experience the Thrill of Flying a Spitfire in BournemoutH.
whY CHOOSE BOURNEMOUTH FOR YOUR SPITFIRE FLIGHT?
Take to the skies from Bournemouth Airport and enjoy an unforgettable Spitfire flight experience over England’s stunning South Coast. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an aviation lover, or seeking a truly unique gift, our flights offer breathtaking aerial views of The Needles, Old Harry Rocks, the Isle of Wight, and the Jurassic Coast. Bournemouth offers one of the most scenic and memorable settings for a Spitfire flight, with the chance to soar over the stunning South Coast. Highlights include iconic landmarks such as The Needles, the dramatic Jurassic Coast, and panoramic views of Dorset and the Isle of Wight, making for a truly breathtaking aerial experience. Your journey begins at a historic WWII airfield, adding a powerful sense of heritage to the adventure. From take-off to landing, you’ll enjoy exceptional comfort and service thanks to the first-class hospitality at the XLR Private Jet facility, ensuring a premium experience both in the air and on the ground. With easy access from London and locations across the South of England, Bournemouth is the perfect location to embark on your authentic, expertly piloted Spitfire flight.
ABOUT & HISTORY
Bournemouth Airport was previously known as Royal Air Force Hurn or more simply RAF Hurn. It was a Royal Air Force station located approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) north west of Christchurch, Dorset, England. Opened in 1941, it was used by both the Royal Air Force and United States Army Air Forces. During the war it was used primarily as a transport and fighter airfield. Hurn was the final airfield in England for aircraft flying to Morocco for the North African and Italian campaigns, avoiding France, Spain and Portugal airspace.
RAF Hurn was significantly expanded for D day. The Second Tactical Airforce moved in april/may 44 getting ready for D-Day first was 143rd Wing, 83 Group comprising 438 (Wild Cat), 439 (Westmount) and 440 (City of Ottawa and Beaver) Squadrons, By the end of April, 124 Wing were also there, comprising 181, 182 and 247 (China-British) Squadrons. Hurn now hosted over a hundred Typhoons and to add to the logistical problems, 40 Mosquitoes. The Typhoons were busy shooting up eveything that moved ready for the invasion. Post-war, Bournemouth Airport became Britain’s main international airport until Heathrow was established.
Bournemouth Airport is now well located for Spitfire flights along the south coast of England, with The Isle of Wight out to the east with it's famous White Cliffs of the Needles, and to the west there is Old Harry Rocks, Portland Bill, Weymouth, Corfe Castle and the beautiful Jurassic Coast stretching down to Devon. So a huge number of location possibilities to view over the wing of Spitfire from this fantastically situated Dorset Airport. On the ground you will be hosted in the very luxurious XLR Private Jet facility which has a fantastic position on the airfield with a great viewing area of the apron where the Spitfire will be parked, and very close to the runway too.
BOOK YOUR SPITFIRE FLIGHTS AT BOURNEMOUTH
Our Spitfire flight experiences from Bournemouth Airport provide breathtaking aerial tours over some of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes. Choose from a range of unforgettable flights. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the magic of flying a Spitfire over the South Coast. Whether for yourself or as a unique gift, this is an experience you’ll never forget.
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