Watch Legendary Spitfire ‘Lady Luck’ Soars Over Compton Abbas Airfield in Stunning Aerial Display

A Historic Aircraft Reborn

The Spitfire MK IX MJ444, known as “Lady Luck,” returned to the skies on June 6, 2024. This date marked the 80th anniversary of D-Day, adding meaning to its first flight after years of restoration. Originally built in 1943 at Castle Bromwich, Lady Luck served with Royal Canadian Air Force squadrons 411, 403, and 443. It was shot down by ground fire over Belgium in January 1945. After being recovered, the airframe was rebuilt into a two-seat trainer and is now registered as G-LEGD.

In 2023, the aircraft arrived at Compton Abbas Airfield in Dorset, now owned by filmmaker Guy Ritchie. The airfield has a long history with vintage aviation and began hosting regular Spitfire events once Lady Luck was added to the collection. These flying weekends brought back the popular “Formation Spitfire” displays, where multiple aircraft take to the skies in coordinated flight. Lady Luck quickly became one of the highlights of these events.

Thrilling Aerial Displays

Visitors at Compton Abbas can now watch Lady Luck in flight as it performs sweeping maneuvers above the Dorset hills. The powerful sound of the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine and the clean lines of the Spitfire’s design create an experience that connects people to the past. It’s not just a show—it’s a reminder of an important part of aviation history.

For those wanting a closer connection, passenger flights aboard Lady Luck are now available. These flights offer a rare opportunity to see the English countryside from the cockpit of a real WWII aircraft. The Spitfire may no longer serve in combat, but through these displays and flights, its story continues to reach new generations.

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