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Are there still airworthy Swordfish?

Navy Wings is identified in the December 2025 exchange as maintaining flying Swordfish.

Question

Are there still Swordfish flying?

Short answer

Yes; Navy Wings is identified as operating preserved Swordfish appearing at British air shows.

Notes

Navy Wings is identified as operating preserved Swordfish. Air-show appearances and flights are mentioned as ways the aircraft remain publicly accessible. Recent fundraising for the organisation supplies the immediate context. Jokes about leaking wartime fuel tanks distinguish preservation flying from the hazardous operational experience discussed next.