A FLIGHT to mark 90-years since the first time the most well-known fighter plane in British history took to the skies will take above Cheshire.
On Monday, April 13, a two-seat Spitfire painted to represent the original prototype K5054 – first flown in 1936 – will travel from Glasgow’s Prestwick Airport to RAF Valley in Holyhead on Anglesey.
It will then pass along the Welsh coast from RAF Valley to MOD St Athan, taking in West and Mid Wales on Tuesday, April 14.
A spokesman for the RAF said: “A series of commemorative flights will take place across the UK to mark 90 years since the first flight of the Supermarine Spitfire.
“Working with Spitfires.com, the Royal Air Force is supporting a nationwide tour by a two-seat Spitfire painted to represent the original prototype K5054.
“Members of the public will have the opportunity to bid for a seat in the aircraft as it travels between airfields across the UK.
“The aircraft will undertake a series of flights between April 7-17, visiting RAF stations and airports associated with the Spitfire’s history.
“Nine flights will take place, each representing a decade of the aircraft’s service and legacy.
“Seats will be offered through an online auction, with successful bidders joining the aircraft in the passenger seat for one leg of the journey.”
Funds raised from the flights will support the Mark Long Trust and the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund.
The Mark Long Trust provides opportunities for disabled people to experience flying in memory of Squadron Leader Mark Long, who died in a Spitfire accident.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund supports serving RAF personnel, veterans and their families with financial assistance, mobility equipment and welfare support.
Further information about the auction is available at www.spitfires.com
It will close on Sunday, March 22.
It is believed the Spitfire will be accompanied by a Hawk T2, a Texan T1 and a Jupiter helicopter.
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