Remember the 11th November with a Vintage Flying Experience

As red poppies begin to bloom across towns and cities, they signal one thing: Remembrance Day is approaching. Observed on November 11th, it’s a day to honour and remember the military personnel who lost their lives in wars and conflicts around the world. Originally, Remembrance Day commemorated the end of World War I, a devastating conflict with approximately 40 million military and civilian casualties. Hostilities ceased on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, marking a solemn moment in history.

Today, people observe Remembrance Day with a moment of silence and by wearing poppies—a symbol of remembrance inspired by the flowers that bloomed on battlefields after the war. In honour of the day, we’re highlighting some vintage flying experiences for those interested in connecting with aviation history first-hand.

• Spitfire Flying Experiences

The Spitfire is one of the most iconic aircraft of World War II and remains synonymous with British resilience. This legendary single-seat fighter played a crucial role in protecting Britain, especially during the Battle of Britain. Even though most of these planes are now over 70 years old, their agility and speed continue to amaze.

We offer a range of Spitfire Flying Experiences across the UK to suit various budgets. For an unforgettable once in a lifetime experience, consider the White Cliffs of Dover Spitfire Flight in Kent. This 55-minute flight follows the same path Battle of Britain pilots flew, taking you across the White Cliffs and over the Battle of Britain Memorial at Capel-le-Ferne. You’ll be immersed in the sights, sounds, and even the smells of this legendary aircraft as you float through the skies and reflect on what went on around this airspace.

For a unique view of the Spitfire in action, you can even Fly with a Spitfire from Essex or Kent, where you’ll watch as it performs breathtaking manoeuvres around you, giving you an up-close view of its grace in the air. If you prefer an immersive ground experience, our Spitfire Simulator Training Sessions let you step into a replica cockpit with a 220-degree HD screen and master the controls. You can even try your hand at different missions and, if you’re up for the challenge, experience an aerial dogfight simulation like those flown during WWII. These special Spitfire Experiences offer a rare opportunity to connect with aviation history first-hand.

• Other Vintage Flying Experiences

You can also explore other historic aircraft from across the Atlantic with our Boeing-Stearman Model 75 Flying Experiences. Take a classic taster flight or, for a real thrill, try a Wing walking Experience! For a taste of Canadian aviation history, we offer flights in our fleet of De Havilland Chipmunks, originally produced in the 1940s, these were widely used by the Royal Canadian Air Force and for pilot training in the UK. You can now experience this iconic aircraft with 30- or 60-minute flights available from Kent.

Another popular choice in our vintage collection is the Dragon Rapide, used by the RAF during WWII for navigation training, passenger transport, and communication missions. Lovingly preserved, these aircraft offer a leisurely flight over London or Cambridge, giving you a unique view of aviation history in real time. You can even go wing-to-wing with a Spitfire from Duxford! If you're looking to dip your toes in the world of vintage flying this remembrance day, here at FlyDays we have a huge range of historic planes to explore in a variety of packages available up and down the UK.

Whichever aircraft you choose, our Vintage Flying Experiences offer a powerful way to connect with history and remember November 11th and those who served. For our latest deals, be sure to check our Black Friday Special Offers, or sign up for our newsletter to get early access to discount codes for more savings on flying experiences!