Overview

• A restored 1943 Spitfire, operated by Fly a Spitfire, made a precautionary landing in West Hythe, Kent, on May 4, 2025, after apparent engine trouble.
• The aircraft landed in a farmer's field around 7:30 PM, with emergency services securing the scene by 9 PM.
• Both the pilot and passenger emerged uninjured, with one individual briefly receiving care from paramedics.
• Witnesses reported hearing a loud misfiring sound before the aircraft descended, narrowly avoiding power lines during the landing.
• The Air Accident Investigation Branch has launched a probe to determine the cause of the engine failure, while Fly a Spitfire operations continue as scheduled.