PASSENGERS at Leeds Bradford Airport took a nostalgic flight on a vintage aeroplane.

The group took a scenic flight on a KLM vintage DC-3 aircraft from the Yeadon site, which was flown from Amsterdam for yesterday’s event.

The aircraft was built in 1944 and was the world’s first ever commercial aircraft.

It was also used in the Second World War with the Eighth Air Force, became the first official aircraft of the Dutch government and, following its retirement in 1975, formed part of the Aviodrome Museum’s collection in the Netherlands.

The DC-3 was put back into service in 1998 and has been flying ever since. It was christened Princess Amalia, after Prince Bernhard’s great grandchild, the second in line of succession to the Dutch throne.

The guests enjoyed a champagne reception, followed by a scenic flight over Leeds on board the aircraft, and had the chance to hear more about KLM.

Aviation development director for LBA Tony Hallwood (pictured with Warner Rootliep of KLM) said: “We were very proud to welcome the iconic KLM Douglas DC3 aircraft to Yorkshire and to Leeds Bradford Airport. The sight and sounds of this magnificent aircraft evokes memories of the golden age of travel.”