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Cockpit experience at RAF Museum London

Fahad Redha

March 19, 2026
3 min read

Visitors to the RAF Museum in London can come face to face with an authentic Battle of Britain cockpit experience in one of four authentic fighter planes that defended the country in 1940, followed by a rare opportunity to sit in a genuine World War Two Spitfire for a photograph.

The unique and tour offers an unforgettable experience and a way to understand the events and pilots who risked it all to protect the nation and “shaped the future of the war,” the museum says.

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Join the expert guides for an exclusive close-up look at the only collection of four authentic Battle of Britain fighter planes anywhere in the world and learn about how Britain stood alone in June 1940.

The Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Hurricane are two of the most important and iconic planes of the war and here you can learn about their engineering and the extraordinary impact.

You will also have a chance to hear the stories of the aviators who battled overwhelming odds to defend the nation’s skies and have a chance to go behind the barriers for rare viewing angles and detail.

After the tour, you will be able to enjoy a unique cockpit experience, a chance to get into the seat of a late World War Two Mk 16 Spitfire, RW393, for a photograph in what is sure to be a bucket list item for any aviation enthusiast or history buff.

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About Author

Fahad Redha

Fahad is the Content Editor at EyeOnLondon, overseeing the publication’s editorial output across news, culture, and lifestyle. With a background in journalism from the University of the Creative Arts, he brings a broad range of experience from local London reporting in Kensington & Chelsea, where he held roles including motoring, events, and health editor. At EyeOnLondon, Fahad plays a central role in shaping content and maintaining editorial standards. His work spans everything from daily news to feature coverage, with a particular strength in motoring and events. He also incorporates photography into his reporting, adding a visual layer to many of his stories. Fahad joined EyeOnLondon in February 2021.