Real Aeroplane Club

Real Aeroplane Club The Real Aeroplane Club is a flying club in Yorkshire, UK whose members own and operate many unusual, classic and ex-military aircraft. Facilitates 2 votes.

FULL FLYING MEMBERSHIP - £95
This is normally intended for pilots with aircraft based at Breighton who hold or have held a pilot's licence. ASSOCIATE FLYING MEMBERSHIP - £45
This membership is intended for pilots or aircraft owners not based at Breighton who regularly use the facilities and wish to take part in Club affairs. It is also available for regularly participating crew of aircraft and fac

ilitates 1 vote. MUSEUM MEMBERSHIP - £35
This membership is a must for non-flying enthusiasts and supporters of the Real Aeroplane Company as it is now the only way to gain access to the airfield - even on event days. Many Museum members view their membership as a 'season ticket' allowing access to the airfield at weekends throughout the year. Members may also invite family members or close friends to the airfield on event days provided they accept full responsibility for their guests. (The Club reserves the right to revoke this privilege should it feel that the privilege is being abused.) Please note that Club members should always carry their membership cards when visiting the airfield.

19/06/2026

Good morning aviators.

If you had previously PPR’d for this weekend’s STOL event you are still welcome to attend.

There will be no charge.

18/06/2026

MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENT

STOL UPDATE

Timings for the weekend.

Friday
Volunteer Arrival 0930
Pilot Brief 1500
STOL Competition Practice 1700
Social

Sunday
Volunteer Arrival 1000

Saturday
Volunteer Arrival 0830
Pilot Brief 1400
STOL Competition 1700
Social

The STOL competition remains a member only event. Please be sure to bring your membership card.

Non-members are welcome during the day and will be respectfully asked to leave at 1600 when the airfield will close to non-members.

18/06/2026
18/06/2026

Following the disappointing news that the RealSTOLFest team has taken the tough decision to cancel their event this weekend Breighton airfield remains open as normal.

We are still happy to host any STOL pilots and other visiting aircraft over the weekend who wish to come, fly and socialise.

We’re still picking up the pieces and working through the logistics but can be sure of a great Breighton and Real Aeroplane Club weekend.

PLEASE KEEP AN EYE ON THIS PAGE, WE HOPE TO BE ABLE TO MAKE A FUTHER ANNOUNCEMENT LATER.

17/06/2026

Sometimes it's fun to post a random memory...

Hispano HA-112 MIL Buchon "Red 1" at Duxford, 11th July 2008, the Friday prior to Flying Legends.

This is the same Buchon which is still at Duxford with the Aircraft Restoration Company in it's "Yellow 10" Battle of Britain movie scheme. At the time it was owned by Spitfire Ltd. and wore the "Red 1" colours from it's time (and restoration) with Real Aeroplane Company at Breighton in Yorkshire.

Members of the Real Aeroplane Club!Last chance to book your camping pitch for RealSTOLFest 2026, the deadline is today!C...
16/06/2026

Members of the Real Aeroplane Club!
Last chance to book your camping pitch for RealSTOLFest 2026, the deadline is today!
Camping is available on Friday 19th, Saturday 20th, and Sunday 21st June 2026. Tents, motorhomes, and caravans are all welcome, but pitches must be booked in advance by emailing:
[email protected]
Please note that electric hook-up points are not available. Camping pitches are £15 per night, payable on arrival. We look forward to seeing you at RealSTOLFest 2026! 🇬🇧

Last week, we lost a remarkable Australian war hero whose courage and service will never be forgotten.Howard Hendrick, t...
16/06/2026

Last week, we lost a remarkable Australian war hero whose courage and service will never be forgotten.

Howard Hendrick, the last Australian Lancaster bomber pilot of 460 Squadron, has passed away at the age of 102.

A proud recipient of the Order of Australia and the Distinguished Flying Cross, Howard was among the Royal Australian Air Force’s last surviving World War II Lancaster bomber pilots.

During the war, he flew 31 operations over Europe with 460 Squadron, which was famously based for part of the war at RAF Breighton in Yorkshire, England.

Born in Renmark, South Australia, on October 2, 1923, Howard enlisted in the Air Force Reserves shortly after his 17th birthday and answered the call to serve his country during its darkest hours. His courage, dedication, and sacrifice helped shape the freedoms we enjoy today.
After the war, Howard continued his passion for aviation as a commercial pilot and went on to live a long, happy, and fulfilling life.
His daughter, Margaret Davis, has spoken of being overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and respect shown since his passing — a testament to the remarkable impact Howard had on so many lives.

As one of the last links to a generation that gave so much, we will never forget the fallen hero’s that served at Breighton Airfield. RIP Sir. 🇦🇺

What a fantastic day we’ve had at Breighton Airfield!We welcomed plenty of aviation enthusiasts throughout the day, many...
14/06/2026

What a fantastic day we’ve had at Breighton Airfield!
We welcomed plenty of aviation enthusiasts throughout the day, many of whom stopped by to enjoy the great food and atmosphere at Jeeves Kitchen. This evening, the airfield became even busier with a mass arrival of aircraft taking part in the FLY UK Tour.
It’s been the perfect warm-up for the large numbers of arrivals we’re expecting next weekend for RealSTOLFest26!
Don’t forget that this is an exclusive members-only event, and attendance requires membership of the Real Aeroplane Club. Pilots wishing to fly in can submit their PPR via the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iYGU1REw62u-sArdKHEr3HDIyO-FWFARUD3v8vYDjtE/edit 🇬🇧

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Breighton Airfield
Selby
YO86DS

Telephone

(01757) 289065

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