Devon Air Races 2004 & 2005 The prestigious Royal Aero Club used Eaglescott Airfield to host their Air Races for two years running. Neville Duke ex-Spitfire Pilot and RAF test pilot started the race. Neville Duke at the start of the race. Aircraft lined up ready for the off. Ready to go! All fired up … On the start line. Under starters orders. Ready to go!