British astronaut Tim Peake observed the final flight of the iconic Spitfire aircraft, celebrating its 90th anniversary. Peake witnessed the historic moment from a WWII-era C-47 Dakota as the Spitfire took to the skies for its concluding journey from Exeter to Southampton. The commemorative Spitfire90 tour was not merely a flypast but a poignant tribute to the aircraft’s vital role in the nation’s history and a nod to the illustrious legacy of the RAF.

This significant event, which raised over £100k for RAF charities, aimed to support the welfare of military personnel, veterans, and their families, as well as offer aviation opportunities for disabled individuals. The Spitfire, adorned in the original colors of the prototype K5054, marked its 90th anniversary with this final flight, capturing the attention of spectators on the ground and in the air, including Tim Peake observing from the C-47 Dakota transport plane.