Onboard with Peter Teichman as he flies in Spitfire Balbo at Duxford 2018

[@aeroearth]

Never thought I'd ever see 18 Spitfires in the air together. One has to admire and express gratitude to the 18 to 20 year olds that flew them into battle all those decades ago, many of whom never came back. One must also pay tribute to the Engineers, Draughtsmen and Draughtswomen, Toolmakers, Fitters and Turners, Sheet Metal Workers, Assembly and Test Workers, Ferry Pilots and Airbase Ground Crew who made it all possible.

[@bensonranch7841]

@Gérard Menvusa mate let's not be nitpickin here lots of people died in many wars and ww2 will forever be a cruel one of the Nazi regime, everyone has issues that's fact. But let's not be an asshole hm. I'm a hypocrite I know but negativity is a cancer.

[@svenred6eard757]

Imagine having to do that ,in war.

[@miajones1938]

You forgot test pilots

[@Liberator74]

I saw this live at Duxford, it was brillaint! The cockpit video is amazing!

[@andrewnicholson4811]

determination and grit ... we won cos it was right ... never mind the poloticians who we fought on the behalf of whilst the got a hard on watching the carnage from afar the time is coming when people realise THEY have the power

[@bonnytrippler2966]

Love it - no music, no commentary. Such brilliant footage doesn't need it.

[@flyerphil]

Quite agree, just the sound of the beautiful Merlin

[@itzajdmting]

I couldn't agree with you more

[@SearchBucket2]

Indeed. Most who publish on KZbin seem to think they are celebrities and Hollywood directors. Pointless laboured intro effects and ghastly music ruining the material throughout

[@markcrouch9047]

The odd burst of machine guns is all that's missing

[@ray.shoesmith]

No music? Rolls Royce Symphony

[@paulkirkland3263]

No music, no commentary, just the sight and sound of a Spitfire. Perfect.

[@Wildlifesupernannyfan]

Love it. No annoying music, no commentary, no speeches, only the sound of a merlin engine fighter prop. What an amazing vintage aircraft. Also the aircraft saved UK.

[@Fsrjtyttzma]

Quite stunning to see the Spit at last so close up and in a sea of other Spits. That’s what our young pilots would have seen on their way to intercept. Very brave men. God bless the fallen. God bless them all.

[@fridtjofschussler6434]

Your are absolutly right!!

[@Liberator74]

Great flying skills by all in this video too!

[@DavstrWrexham]

Just imagine the sound of those 18 Spits from ground level. Nothing could be better.

[@stephenasbridge878]

No BF109s were harmed during the making of this film.

[@davidknowles2491]

That's because they were in hiding.

[@sniff_3512]

😂

[@afterburner2869]

Stephen Asbridge ME

[@DC_10]

The best comment!

[@SearchBucket2]

.... nor would they have been. The 109's were superior beasts, unlike the pretty but overrated spits that were a poor weapons platform and had terrible range. Lovely lines though and stable in the air😉

[@TheSpuggy1965]

Now that’s what I call concentration. Each pilot must feel a great sense of relief after doing that. Peter was adjusting the joystick, throttle and I assume rudder bar constantly throughout the flight. I’m a Cessna pilot but I think that should be “driver”. These are real pilots.

[@iansandon9292]

You would be doing just the same corrections in a formation of Cessna 152s, the manoeuvres would be a bit more sedate but just the same actions (excepting the simpler systems)....ps; the rudders are not just footrests:)

[@gorilla_105]

Totally Mike these r proper pilots! but u r a pilot as well

[@mattharte7334]

This is priceless. Amazing photography up close and seeing so many spitfires flying in formation and it was interesting watching the pilot's inputs with the controls, concentrating to keep in position. It must have been an amazing day at Duxford. Great film.

[@pringlel]

Without doubt, the best 'on board' flying experience I have ever watched...thank you.

[@themessenger5868]

I don't think it gets better than that...simply epic !

[@tonnywildweasel8138]

Great vid, and a beautiful plane! Thank you very much for sharing, appreciate it a lot. Greets from the Netherlands 🌷🇳🇱, T.

[@angrybearduk]

I thought I was cool when going on a motorbike ride with my 3 other mates. Now what I see here - this is a new definition of cool. Absolutely amazing video. This feels more real and immersive than most of the war movies I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing.

[@stephenhowlett6345]

The one person who never got to see a flight of Spitfires was the genius who created it R. J. Mitchell, the designer of the most beautiful machine ever created, don’t sound to bad either.

[@kevinstone9638]

He hears them. I am sure of it.

[@Bergie_78]

Yes, very sad. But let’s not to forget Joseph Smith who developed Mitchell’s masterpiece into a series of proper fighting aircraft.

[@gobiggohome123]

This is the best video I’ve ever seen - what a sight to see a squadron of spits flying in close formation ❤️

[@frenchouiaboo816]

Thank you so much for sharing these images with us

[@ShevillMathers]

👍👍👍🇬🇧 Ignore the thumbs down, they know not what they have seen. It’s thanks to the ‘few’ all those years ago and those machines , that we can watch events like this into the future.

[@wombat4944]

Goosebumps. Thanks for posting!

[@edwinrideout514]

No music no commentary is awesome.Beautiful music from the stacks is delightful.

[@JoeBlowUK]

I recently bought the Spitfire mk IX in the DCS PC simulator. For such a simple-looking single prop aircraft, it surprised my how much there is to do before even getting it airborne. Then once in the air, there is a lot to do to maintain the engine along the way. But it's equally satisfying. The boys who flew this in WW2 had to do all this, along with operating a machine gun and cannons, keeping to a flight plan, watching out for enemy aircraft, avoiding possible ground anti-aircraft installations... all this with very often just a few weeks of training!

[@stargazeronesixseven]

For RAF 🇬🇧 Spitfire Fans >>> This is the onboard Experience inside flying the Supermarine Spitfire! Thank You So Much for the rare Experience! ♥️🌷🕯

[@Willowfs4472]

Brilliant, Thank you for sharing, I may never get to fly in a Spit' but this is the next best.

[@arsenalfeet]

simply the greatest flying machine ever devised

[@ZacYates]

As an enthusiast one of the things I love about living in The Future is the advent of the GoPro and similar small video cameras. The fact we can see videos of warbirds and other heritage aircaft like this with multiple viewpoints - and in high quality - is still astounding to me.

[@johnkinnane547]

G’day very heart warming to see so many in formation a truly magnificent aircraft thank you for filming the pilots view kind regards John Kinnane Tasmania Australia

[@ShevillMathers]

Hi John, I was born in Leeds 18 months before the war and remember those dog fights and trails in the skies above. It was wonderful to see this video presentation and remember the 'few' and all those who supported them, which made our free way of life possible today. Moved to Tasmania 1968-loved every minute of it. Former RAF Medic, served at RAF Hospital Wegberg, Germany- 1956-59. I toured the continent in those early post war years. Not flying pics, but some readers may be interested: goo.gl/photos/1bgKdVK4L5gRCDxf6.

[@lateralg3169]

Fantastic film! And no annoying music. Thanks to all involved. Nice landing Mr Teichman.

[@flatsmurf944]

Finally... the 40's in true HD

[@alanwaterworth6464]

Superb formation flying, constantly feathering the throttle and controls to maintain position. Must take real concentration, makes you appreciate why wartime pilots hated flying in formation when you see interviews. I was lucky enough to fly in a TR-9 (2 seater Mk9) out of Goodwood a couple of years ago, such an amazing experience. The Merlin is really bloody loud in the cockpit! but such a wonderfully smooth flight, like a hot knife through butter.

[@stephenjnolan]

Alan Waterworth I did a Goodwood TR9 too .....and thought the Merlin sounds were so much different from the inside to what we all love from the outside. Still gorgeous. X

[@alanwaterworth6464]

@@stephenjnolan Indeed.. from the outside you hear the exhaust note, from the inside you can hear the valves and tappets... to be honest, sounds a bit like a tractor ;) not a lot of people know that ;) I remember your beautifully edited video Stephen.. I have a video too, but never got around to editing it, as it was shot on a 360 degree camera mounted in front of me, so you can look around the inside of the cockpit and out of both sides (via a viewer which you can put your phone in while watching the video.. doesn´t seem to translate well to a standard video though, very strange. ) would love to do a similar edit as you did.. any tips welcome :)

[@stephenjnolan]

I was very lucky with my Goodwood video. I spoke at length before the flight to Andy Annable the guy in charge of the video editing etc. I told him that MY job entails lots of video editing and that it’s what I do too. I asked if he could simply supply me with the raw footage and I’ll do my own, save him any messing. He agreed and I took it all home with me. Phew ! Bet they wouldn’t do that now. I used Sony Vegas to do the editing, simple and straightforward if you’re in to editing. Never worked with 360 stuff so I’m unsure what to say to you regarding any help. Sorry about that. I’m hoping to do another flight next year, then I can put my spitfire obsession away for a while. Intending to go up in ML407 Grace Spitfire. Thanks.

[@alanwaterworth6464]

@@stephenjnolan Hi Stephen, I´ve never really done much video editing so was hoping the (rather expensive) video I was sent would be edited, but it´s just raw footage. I was hoping to do split screen video as you have in yours. And of course take out the first 10 mins or so which was just taxiing out to the runway. I shall have to have another look at it. Or maybe get it done professionally. Did you see the documentary featuring the Grace Spitfire, called "Spitfire ace; first of the few"? ( I believe it´s a 4 or 5 part series) about the basic training given to WW2 pilots, featuring interviews with surviving pilots? very inspiring stuff. (I´ve attached a link below) Good luck with that! Caroline Grace seems like a charming lady, i´m sure you´ll have a fantastic experience if she´s piloting for you :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqXOXnmqfZ2Nn8k

[@stephenjnolan]

I’ve seen the series, but now I have a new interest in that particular Spitfire, I’ll watch it again. Thank you. If there was a way of you sending me your footage, I’d have a go at editing it for you. Sod all else to do every day. Lol. Cheers.

[@markwebb8616]

Brilliant! The ONLY soundtrack needed.................................Merlins and Griffons!!

[@minitrundle]

No music, no commentary, just a purring Merlin.

[@batmanzutoplankton865]

Indeed! Thanks so very much to those who determined NOT to screw this up with music or effects!

[@fridtjofschussler6434]

what a sound ... monoton but give saveness....!

[@sveinungtorgrimsen2149]

Absolutely beautiful....and just the sound of the Merlin! Great!

[@MrPDoff]

Loved it. Thank you for filming it

[@ThirdDegreeWitchExplores]

Perfection pure and simple , excellent perspective with the cameras as well.

[@MikeyGotTaller]

So far the best video. Pure sound and excellent flying formation. Can't wait to fly one ❤️ Carry on brother 💪🛩️❤️

[@Whalebone471]

Absolutely stunning ,i have goosebumps.

[@Liberator74]

Brilliant flying by Peter again! I saw this live at Duxford! 👌

[@Davshady]

Just discovered this...truly an amazing video!!!

[@mikehanks1399]

I put this video on a continuous loop. Fantastic!

[@mothmagic1]

He makes holding station on Cliff Spink's lead look so bloody easy.

[@alanhodge8200]

one of the best youtube videos ever! just like being there! thanks!

[@china-trip]

Wow, thanks to you, I enjoyed watching... I'm proud of you for developing day by day.

[@midlandsroylenfield]

How utterly brilliantly fabulous! Gives a real feeling of what Bader and the boys did with their big Wings. I was lucky to fly the Mother and the Son (Tiger and Chipmunk) but would still sell my grandmother to fly that adorable Spitfire!!

[@makzimdanilov7963]

Awesome! Nice vid! Thanks to all who flew. Spitfire are beautiful.

[@bobmooney5929]

This is an absolutely stunning video to watch and remarkable that the RAF still has so many Spitfires in this condition. My Mum and Dad served at RAF Upwood during the war and although not a fighter base, it mainly served as a bomber and training station, watching this video has filled my heart with pride and joy. Thank you so much.

[@paulregan9245]

The RAF doesn't...they have some with the bbmf but the majority ...including all these.. fly through the investment of time, effort, skill and.......money....by enthusiasts like Peter here flying one of his beautiful collection

[@haitolawrence5986]

Bloody marvelous!! Thanks for sharing. 😎👍

[@casper1240]

Respect for all those lads in the war

[@JanddeKock]

Thanks for this. My dad would often try to describe this....the long flight from Bari in Italy across the Adriatic to bomb Split. Manoeuvres were described with his hands. Him and his wingman. Now I have this visual.....of him aged 19. He was 4 squadron SAAF. Spit IX's. ......Very emotional.....

[@kranson8514]

Now that was a day to remember, you could almost imagine a squadron scramble. amazing pilots eye view brilliant. 😉👍👍

[@spigot993]

Lovely cadence braking once down, anyone that can fly a Spitfire; instant respect.

[@lewistaylor1965]

You have to do that in 'IL2 - Cliffs of Dover' flight sim Spits...otherwise you nose over...I wasn't told, just learned it from bad landings...This is the first time I saw that the pilots do it for real...which was nice to see

[@Davshady]

I love when he open the cockpit for landing...great stuff

[@michaelroberts4925]

I was there with the Aero Legends Spitfires & what a sight it was to see them all flying together.

[@PepeSnow]

never have i seen such a beautiful sight ❤!. An incredible pilot too , i would trust him flying anything even a car🤗

[@nicehuman512]

Beautiful formation! Lovely video of the rare in cockpit view!

[@kymystry]

Superb!! thank you for sharing this.

[@dotty265]

Amazing. Thank you for the upload.

[@nameddinrus]

Fly in a Spitfire, it's a dream... Thank's for such amazing video, from Russia with love!

[@mrwideboy]

Thanks to our Russia friends you helped us so much.

[@nameddinrus]

@@mrwideboy It was our common cause. Land lease was very important part of it. There was russian aces piloted Spitfires. en.topwar.ru/22588-sovetskie-asy-na-istrebitelyah-lend-liza-chast-4spitfayry.html

[@petegriffiths8239]

Thankyou for your video .

[@udobreuer4131]

Awesome, what a footage of pure flying one of the best, if not the best fighter planes of WWII. Listen to the sound of the V12 Rolce Royce Merlin Engine!! Imagine sitting behind this monster just feet away, racing through the sky!! There is nothing to top this experience!!

[@davehadfield5906]

Nice job. And good on them for flying in the rain.

[@Indzeosko]

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@eddiebrown687]

Remembering back then. They're headed in formation toward the enemy....no radio chatter, just the sound of the engine, and a small amount of time to think. The calm before the storm...

[@kencohagen4967]

In about 1996 or 97 there was a group of spitfires that came to the airshow at Scottsdale airport. They were awesome to watch as the flew their exhibition. They also had rides in a Cessna. The flights were very very short, about enough time to take off, climb to 1000 feet and return in a loop. They had three or four cessnas giving these rides. My wife and I took a ride and as we turned back to the runway to land one of the Spitfires took off and flew past us. It looked great in the air! I just wish I had a camera at the time.

[@Sirtoby26]

Hell of a job. Just focusing the leader. No comments via radio. Concentration. Being cool all the time even in turbulences. Well done Mr. Blue Spifire. Cheers!

[@gletschertroll]

Beautiful! Thank you for sharing this!

[@johntriplett4470]

To be a bystander in a neighboring town, caught unawares, and to see and hear that fly over...

[@rustyshackleford2841]

More please, more cameras more angles. Just an awesome plane.

[@trevormoore5024]

Brilliant. More please👍👍👍👍

[@waynemccourt8176]

Amazing video! Thank you ❤

[@leerich8758]

Never forget the brave men who flew these in WW11. Bravest of the brave. Goosebumps watching these fly.

[@theralphster8492]

Brilliant, thanks for uploading, I'm sure the lovely purr of the Merlin on the video is subdued compared to actual racket going on in the cockpit.

[@alexandremarcelino7360]

O Spitfire foi o Caça mais bonito da segunda guerra mundial.🌟

[@twickersruss]

This is how such videos should be done.

[@chrisburn7178]

I've been flying the Spit in DCS for a bit now and it's amazing to see what a good job they did capturing the flight dynamics and sound - even the sound of the prop governor catching up with changes in engine power. Formation flying is also a huge pain in the arse, can't switch off for a second or you're banging wings with the leader. Must have been annoying as hell in combat trying to look for bogies and not crash.

[@Bergie_78]

Me too mate, really impressed with the DCS spit, shout if you fancy some formation practice 👍🏼

[@chrisburn7178]

@@Bergie_78 Nice, yeah I'd love to practice that for sure. What time zone are you in?

[@Bergie_78]

@@chrisburn7178 cool, UK (gmt)

[@chrisburn7178]

@@Bergie_78 Oh me too. I'm struggling to get SRS working but hopefully I can sort it out. I haven't spent much time online because I'm a bit terrified of it but occasionally bum around on the Storm of War server.

[@Transit67F2]

Superb thankyou

[@wayneschenk5512]

Very capable aviators.

[@philc4520]

This is awesome 🤩 Battle of Britain aviation gladiators.

[@peterwilliamson4296]

What a treat to virtually experience this. Must have been quite a different mindset when the opposition showed up back in the day.

[@alanhodge8200]

poetry in mechanical motion

[@thomaschristener2902]

Amazing video

[@sergioduilioromero6337]

Espectacular ver rstas naves en formación muchas gracias por mostrar este vuelo

[@tc5684]

Absolutely FANTASTIC!!

[@ancientmariner7473]

Great stuff and superb flying

[@eng9040]

Any pilot will know, this is dedication and skill.

[@caospato1]

"Gibt's irgendwas, was ich tun kann ?" ... "Jawohl, Herr Reichsmarschall ! - Geben Sie mir eine Staffel Spitfire !" 👍

[@Congutal]

I wonder if I would be able to experience this after joining the academy at Goodwood. Would be a dream come true

[@tuisitala9068]

Those wings from the cockpit. Wow!

[@tomasandersen367]

Yes. Some of the best EVER !

[@PATLEMENUISIER]

vive le Spitfire et merci aux Anglais

[@frostyfrost4094]

merci d'avoir risqué votre vie pour renvoyer nos aviateurs

[@joecahill1994]

I imagine many prayers were said in those airplanes

[@JimTimber]

No !..they were so brave that prayers were left with their mothers !!

[@daniellmiller]

About as close as most of us will ever get to knowing the sight of a squadron of Spits flying out to meet the incoming Jerries

[@eraserlaser]

I get excited just flying the spit in DCS, can only imagine what its like to do so irl, what a privilege!

[@modelrailwaynoob]

Fantastic thanks. They are the few

[@TheStowAway594]

Great flying! They made that look easy. Also awesome video no music, just flying great job

[@jimfowler5930]

You certainly ARE the best number two air force in the world! Good flying.

[@DepakoteMeister]

Polish huh? You certainly showed us a thing or two during the Battle of Britain!

[@JimTimber]

Just Awesome !!

[@ugtyujuser-yb4eu9jx6v]

I want to travel world like this with my friends..

[@tjak76]

What an amazing aircraft!! Knights of the Sky.

[@gary-u6x]

Love this video, what a buzz x

[@comesahorseman]

Beyond cool! Thanks for posting!

[@cayvem5712]

SICK ! that thing is gorgeous