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The charity maintaining and flying a selection of unique historic naval aircraft to inspire future generations. #navywings » Support | Join | Learn 👇👇
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Throwbak Thursday!
05 Nov 2026
A new home for ‘Chipmunk at 80’ and some fascinating conversations about the past, present and future of British naval aviation.
I’m delighted that @navy_wings is stocking our book at its hangar at RNAS Yeovilton. There’s something particularly fitting about seeing the Chipmunk here.
During a fascinating day’s discussion about the transformation of UK Maritime Air, speaker Commodore Steve Bolton recalled learning to fly in the @royalnavy on the aircraft - a reminder of the role the DHC-1 played in training generations of military pilots.
Navy Wings’ own airworthy Chipmunk, an ex-Roborough machine, was resplendent in the background.
There were also some fascinating points made by Simon Henley among others about what historic naval aircraft can teach us today: from the rapid pace of aviation innovation during times of conflict to the enduring importance of hands-on flight training.
Heritage aviation is about much more than preserving beautiful aeroplanes. These aircraft tell us something important about the people, engineering and ideas that shaped aviation as well as the lessons that remain relevant today.
Published to mark eight decades since the de Havilland Chipmunk’s first flight, ‘Chipmunk at 80’, celebrates the aircraft and the people who have made it such an enduring part of aviation history.
Pick up your copy now.
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30 Oct 2026
Throwback Thursday!
29 Oct 2026
✈️ HELP KEEP HISTORY IN THE AIR.
Our historic aircraft don't just belong in the history books. We keep them flying so future generations can experience the sights and sounds of naval aviation history.
Your £10 raffle ticket could win you a luxury Azamara cruise for two and help make it all possible.
Two weeks left to enter!
🎟️ Enter today on our fundraising website: https://uk.givergy.com/navy-wings-cruise-raffle
28 Oct 2026
The Navy Wings Fairey Swordfish Mk.I (W5856) taking to the skies at the Duxford Battle of Britain Air Show. 🇬🇧
A classic example of British naval aviation, the Swordfish earned its place in history during the Second World War, serving with the Fleet Air Arm in torpedo-bomber, reconnaissance and anti-submarine roles. Despite its outdated appearance, the aircraft proved remarkably effective in combat and became one of the Royal Navy’s most celebrated wartime aircraft.
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27 Oct 2026
Another fantastic Navy Wings Nightshoot with Threshold Aero down at Yeovilton earlier this month.
Bit of a bucket list sequence for me, always wanted to get a Spitfire ‘Spitting Fire’. Cherry on the cake - Seafire!! Pretty special to get an airframe this unique, in this setting, doing this.
I first saw SX336 at its post restoration debut back at the Shuttleworth Military Airshow in 2006. Quite a moment seeing it this close at night time 🙏🏼
📍 RNAS Yeovilton, Navy Wings
✈️ Supermarine Seafire MkXVII ‘SX336’
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26 Oct 2026
W5856
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25 Oct 2026
BEFORE -> AFTER
Same airframe, different mood.
The legendary Fairey Swordfish W5856 ‘City of Leeds’ under lights at a nightshoot. The first frame is pretty much straight out of camera, the second is my final edit - bringing the night in, adding grit, and letting those invasion stripes and that torpedo do the talking.
Which version are you taking? The clean or the moody?
Shot on nightshoot - light painted, low angle, pure warbird.
24 Oct 2026
@navy_wings fleet out in force at the recent @threshold.aero nightshoot.
#flynavy #royalnavy #supermarineseafire #harvard #westlandwasp #swordfish #warbirds
23 Oct 2026
Inspiring the next generation of aerospace engineers
At Navy Wings, preserving our nation’s historic naval aircraft depends on the knowledge, dedication and specialist skills of talented engineers. Supporting the next generation of engineering talent is vital to keeping this remarkable aviation heritage alive.
That’s why we’re proud of our longstanding relationship with the Worshipful Company of Coachmakers and Coach Harness Makers, whose Aerospace Awards have helped a number of Navy Wings engineers develop their skills and progress their careers.
We were also greatly honoured to be the beneficiary charity of the Company’s Livery Banquet at the magnificent Guildhall in the City of London in 2024 - a memorable celebration of the shared heritage of engineering, innovation and naval aviation. Our engineers even managed to get a Bristol Scout into the hall!
The Coachmakers continue to invest in the future of aerospace through a range of awards and scholarships, supporting university students, aspiring and developing aircraft engineers, and those looking to learn to fly historic aircraft.
Awards include university scholarships of up to £5,000, engineering scholarships to help fund career-enhancing qualifications and training, and flying scholarships offering the opportunity to learn to fly a historic Tiger Moth.
We encourage anyone who may be eligible, or who knows someone with a passion for aerospace and aviation, to explore the opportunities available and share them with others.
Find out more about the awards, eligibility and how to apply:
https://www.coachmakers.co.uk/our-awards-and-bursaries/aerospace-awards/
Together, we can help develop the skills and talent that will shape the future of aerospace, while ensuring the knowledge and expertise needed to preserve our aviation heritage continue to thrive.
#NavyWings #Coachmakers #Aerospace #AircraftEngineering #AviationHeritage #STEM
23 Oct 2026
A week ago I had a great night at RNAS Yeovilton volunteering with @threshold.aero. We were working with @navy_wings staff to undertake our 9th Nightshoot with them, with engine runs from the Seafire, Wasp and Harvard. We also had excellent support from across the airfield in the form of a Wildcat HMA.2. Everyone seemed happy with the images they were able to capture, let's hope a 10th event will be as successful.. #thresholdaero #navywings #nightshoot #avgeek
23 Oct 2026
Throwback Thursday!
22 Oct 2026
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