Facts and Figures
The Prince of Wales is a qualified pilot
The Prince of Wales is a qualified pilot and first took the controls of an aircraft at the age of 19.
The Prince flew his first solo flight on 14th January, 1969, from RAF Bassingbourn, after 14 hours 30 minutes instruction.
When he was older he learned to fly a plane and joined the RAF – known as 'getting your wings'.
His Royal Highness even flew himself to university to attend his graduation and receive his Master of Arts.