The mission, a joint venture between the Royal Air Force and Spitfires.com, involves a restored wartime Spitfire, BS410, which has been specially repainted in the distinctive high gloss Cerulean Blue livery of the original K5054 prototype.
 

On Monday, 13 April 2026, the aircraft will perform Leg 5 of the tour, flying from:- Glasgow Prestwick Airport to RAF Valley, on Anglesey.
 

The flight is scheduled to travel South along the coast, with a significant overflight planned for RAF Woodvale.
 

While all timings remain subject to coastal weather and air navigation requirements, the aircraft is expected to arrive in the Woodvale and Southport area between:- 14:00 and 15:30.
 

Following the salute at:- RAF Woodvale, the Spitfire will track South along the Mersey corridor. It is expected to fly over the vicinity of:- Liverpool John Lennon Airport, before crossing the estuary to follow the North Wales Coastline toward RAF Valley.
 

This leg of the journey will showcase a unique formation, as a BAE Systems Hawk T2 jet from RAF Valley is expected to intercept and escort the Spitfire into the RAF Station.
 

As Southport Peir is currently closed, aviation enthusiasts are encouraged to seek alternative vantage points along the coast, like on the Beach itself. These locations are provided as suggestions based on the likely coastal corridor, as the exact flight path cannot be confirmed until the day of the event. Freshfield Beach is a prime location near the RAF Woodvale approach and can be found at:- what3words ///bench.faded.human. Fisherman's Path offers a view across the dunes towards the airfield at:- what3words ///silk.force.dozed. Crosby Beach allows for a view of the flight passing the iconic Iron Men statues at what3words ///spout.fears.brands. For those in Liverpool, the Pier Head near the Museum of Liverpool (what3words ///gazed.simply.exists) or the promenade at:- Otterspool (what3words:' ///mops.stays.squad) are suggested spots for views as the aircraft crosses the Mersey.

We can not garentee you will get to see the aircraft from these locations.  They are only suggestions. Please check for flight path on the day.
 

Please also be aware that parking is likely to be a significant issue at these suggested locations due to high demand. Visitors are urged to use designated car parks and ensure they do not cause an obstruction to residents, emergency vehicles, or other road users. Local authorities have reminded the public that the Formby Bypass and the Coastal Road are strict clearway areas; anyone found parking on these verges or clearways will be issued a fine. It is essential to park responsibly to ensure the safety of all attendees and to maintain traffic flow throughout the afternoon.
 

The aircraft performing the flypast, BS410, is a genuine veteran of the 2nd World War with a remarkable survival story. Originally built in 1942, it served with the 315 Deblin Polish Squadron. On 13 May 1943, during a combat mission over France, the aircraft was damaged and its pilot, Piotr Kuryllowicz, was forced to bail out. The wreckage was excavated in 2005, and following a 15 year restoration, it returned to the skies in 2022.
 

For this tour, BS410's paintwork mimics the prototype finish used in 1936 to reduce skin friction during high speed trials.
 

The choice of route pays tribute to the Spitfire’s long association with the North West. A lesser known fact id that RAF Woodvale was the final operational home of the Spitfire in the Royal Air Force. The Temperature and Humidity flight remained at Woodvale to conduct daily meteorological climbs until:- 10 June 1957, when the final mission was flown by civilian pilot John Formby in Spitfire:- PR.XIX PM631. As detailed by our feature item on our Mersey Reporter History Page. These final Woodvale aircraft formed the foundation of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
 

The Spitfire remains a masterpiece of British engineering, designed by R. J. Mitchell. Between:- 1938 and 1948, a total of:- 20,351 Spitfires were built across:- 24 different variants. Despite these vast numbers, it is estimated that only:- 240 Spitfires remain in existence globally today. Of these survivors, only:- 60 to 70 are in airworthy condition, making this 90th Anniversary tour a rare opportunity to see a historic example in flight. Seats in the rear cockpit for these Anniversary flights are being auctioned to the public, with all proceeds donated to the Mark Long Trust and the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund.
 

If you miss this, do not forget you will have another chance to see this amazing aircraft at the Southport Air Show scheduled for:- 29 August to 30 August 2026, on Southport Seafront, featuring both military and civilian flying displays, including a display by both the Spitfire and the Hurricane.  Head to:- VisitSouthport.