The Squadron

The Squadron The Squadron is a North London/Essex event venue based at North Weald Airfield (M25 junction 6). Email Us: [email protected]

🚨Due to the increase in fuel costs, our prices will be changing following receipt of delivery this week 🚨Thank you for y...
28/05/2026

🚨Due to the increase in fuel costs, our prices will be changing following receipt of delivery this week 🚨
Thank you for your continued support and understanding. We look forward to continuing to serve our customers as always. ⛽🛩️

16/03/2026

Join us for an evening of live comedy in a relaxed, welcoming setting at our North Weald branch. £40 inc burger & chips and a drink on arrival. Book via our website.

16/03/2026

Live music 🎵 every Friday night at The Squadron ~ kicking off Friday 10 April with complimentary canapés. Everyone welcome ! Save the date.

🚨Due to the increase in fuel costs, our prices will be changing slightly.🚨Thank you for your continued support and under...
13/03/2026

🚨Due to the increase in fuel costs, our prices will be changing slightly.🚨

Thank you for your continued support and understanding. We look forward to continuing to serve our customers as always. ⛽🛩️

21/01/2026

Flt Lt Charlie Brown joined the RAF in 1981 and enjoyed a 40 year flying career as an RAF pilot. He flew the Tornado GR1, Jet Provost, Chipmunk, Bulldog, Tucano, Firefly, Tutor and Prefect. He achieved the coveted award of a A1 instructor category. Charlie retired from the RAF to enable him to spend more time flying for Aero Legends.

In 2024 Charlie reached 2000 flying hours in Spitfires, which he described as ‘a real privilege’. For many years a regular participant at Duxford air shows in many types of different warbirds, Charlie is a highly experienced display pilot. He has also tested and evaluated many different types of historic aircraft, at home and abroad, as well as teaching other pilots to fly them. He is also renowned as a Messerschmitt Bf109 test and display pilot.

Charlie is a current instructor and examiner of instructors, a flight examiner and a display authorisation evaluator. As Head of Training with Aero Legends he conducts and supervises instructional and training flights at all levels and on all types throughout the organisation.

He flies and instructs on all aircraft on the Aero Legends fleet except for the C47, including the Strikemaster ex-military jet aircraft used by Jet Legends. When not flying, Charlie keeps himself occupied with his classic cars (including a Ford GT40), classic motorcycling, cycling and his cat.

08/12/2025

Good Morning,

We are pleased to announce the availability of new shared hangar space and outside parking.

Location: EGSX
The Squadron, North Weald Airfield, Merlin Way, Essex, CM16 6HR

If you are interested in securing a hangar space or outside parking with us, please contact us for further details.

Email us: [email protected]

Many thanks

🇬🇧 Remembrance Sunday at North Weald – Event TimingsJoin us tomorrow at North Weald Airfield for our free Remembrance Su...
08/11/2025

🇬🇧 Remembrance Sunday at North Weald – Event Timings

Join us tomorrow at North Weald Airfield for our free Remembrance Sunday event, commemorating those who served with a day of living aviation history.

Here’s what’s happening throughout the day 👇

🕙 10:00 – The Dakotas, Spitfire and Harvard will be on the ramp for public viewing by The Squadron. A great chance to see these legendary aircraft up close and meet our team.

🕥 10:30 – C47 “Drag ‘em Oot” will start engines ahead of the Poppy Drop over North Weald Church at 11:00, accompanied by the Spitfire and Harvard in formation.

🕚 11:00 – C47 “Pegasus” will start engines for departure to Cosby, Leicester, where she’ll perform a second Poppy Drop later in the day.

🕐 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 – Dakota Taxi Rides aboard Pegasus (special event price £99, RRP £149).

🕓 14:00 onwards – Ground Tours inside Drag ‘em Oot available (£10 per person, children free with an adult).

Admission is free, and all are welcome to join us as we honour the Few and experience these iconic aircraft in action.

📍 North Weald Airfield, Essex

27/10/2025

🇬🇧 Remembrance Sunday at North Weald Airfield – A Living Tribute to The Few
Free public event featuring the Dakota Poppy Drop, discounted flight experiences, and family attractions.

North Weald Airfield, Essex – Sunday 9 November 2025:
Aero Legends invites the public to a free day of remembrance and aviation heritage at the historic North Weald Airfield, one of Britain’s original WW2 fighter bases.

Visitors will have the opportunity to see, hear, and experience the aircraft that defined Britain’s wartime resilience, including the Douglas C47 Dakota, Spitfire, and Harvard, while taking part in a moving tribute to those who served.

Admission to the event is free of charge, with optional paid flight and taxi experiences available throughout the day.

🌺 The Dakota Poppy Drop
A highlight of the day will be a powerful Poppy Drop tribute performed by Aero Legends’ original Douglas C47 Dakota. This evocative display will see thousands of poppies released over North Weald in remembrance of those who gave their lives in service to the nation.

🛩️ C47 Dakota Taxi Rides – Special Event Price £99 (RRP £149)
Use discount code 'POPPY25'. This discounted experience offers a 15-minute engine start, pre-flight checks, and a thrilling fast taxi run to near take-off speed. Guests will receive a detailed pre-ride briefing and photo opportunities with the pilots.
Seats are limited and expected to sell quickly.

C47 Ground Tours – £10 per person (children free with an adult)
Explore inside the Dakota and hear its remarkable story – from D-Day and Arnhem to Operation Varsity – guided by Aero Legends’ expert heritage team.

🔥 Spitfire & Harvard Flights – Limited Paid Experiences
Take to the skies from North Weald in the legendary Spitfire or North American Harvard, the training aircraft used to prepare Battle of Britain pilots for combat.

🍔 On the Ground – Free Access for Everyone
Visitors can enjoy event caterers, Aero Legends’ original WW2 ‘Scramble Hut’ café, heritage exhibits, and the chance to meet the pilots, engineers, and aircraft up close.

Address

Merlin Way
North Weald
CM166HR

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

01992 524510

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