Blending authentic pilot-watch design with contemporary watchmaking innovation, these new models embody the pioneering spirit that has inspired Longines since its earliest involvement in aviation, nearly a century ago. Designed for modern explorers on land and in the air, they offer exceptional precision, reliability and versatility in a distinctive new colourway.
Longines has long accompanied some of history’s greatest aviation pioneers, including Amelia Earhart, Elinor Smith, and Richard Byrd, among many others. From transatlantic flights to polar expeditions, the Swiss watchmaker has created precision instruments capable of performing in the most demanding conditions. Introduced in 2020, the Spirit collection celebrates these extraordinary men and women while bringing Longines’ rich aviation heritage into the present day.
For 2026, the Spirit family welcomes four new references distinguished by matt blue dials and complemented by a stainless- steel bracelet with a micro-adjustable folding clasp or a high-quality Swiss-made blue rubber strap. On the Flyback models, a blue ceramic bezel further enhances the collection’s contemporary appeal. Together, these novelties represent a refined evolution of Longines’ modern pilot-watch concept, uniting elegance, functionality and technical excellence.
Longines Spirit Pilot
Launched in 2025 as an extension of the Spirit collection, the Spirit Pilot draws on Longines’ rich aeronautical heritage while introducing a refined interpretation of the modern pilot’s watch.
Now, the collection welcomes a blue three-hand iteration that remains faithful to its roots while embracing a contemporary aesthetic.
The Longines Spirit Pilot features a 39 mm stainless-steel case with improved ergonomics, enhancing both comfort and visual appeal. The watch is distinguished by a striking matt blue dial that combines contemporary style with the uncompromising legibility expected of an authentic pilot watch. A refined minute track enhances clarity, while silvered hands and applied Arabic numerals create a strong contrast for optimal readability in all conditions.
This pilot watch is powered by the Longines-exclusive calibre L888.4, featuring a silicon balance-spring and innovative components that provide magnetic resistance up to ten times greater than the ISO 764 standard. The self-winding mechanical movement delivers exceptional precision with up to 72-hours power reserve and carries official COSC chronometer certification, ensuring reliability worthy of professional aviators.
The case features a screw-in crown and screw-down case back, ensuring water resistance up to 10 bar (100 metres) and reliable performance in demanding environments.
The Spirit Pilot offers a choice of a stainless-steel bracelet with a folding clasp featuring micro-adjustment or a high-quality Swiss-made blue rubber strap. Combining comfort, durability and a sporty aesthetic, the rubber strap is designed for modern adventurers on land and in the air. Both options are equally suited to life in the cockpit and on the ground.
Longines Spirit Pilot Flyback
At the heart of the Spirit line stands the Longines Spirit Pilot Flyback, a testament to the brand’s pioneering role in flyback chronograph development. This sophisticated timepiece celebrates a technology pioneered by Longines in the early 1930s, culminating in the filing of its groundbreaking flyback chronograph patent in 1935.
Introduced in 2025 with a black dial, the Spirit Pilot Flyback now welcomes a new blue iteration for 2026, distinguished by a striking colourway that combines contemporary elegance with authentic aviation-inspired functionality.
The new Spirit Pilot Flyback is housed in a refined 39.5 mm stainless-steel case, measuring just 13.4 mm thick for a sleek and comfortable profile. The watch features a striking blue dial paired with a bidirectional rotating bezel incorporating a blue ceramic insert and countdown timer. This sophisticated monochromatic execution delivers a fresh interpretation of the pilot chronograph while preserving the distinctive aesthetic of vintage aviation instruments.
Silvered hands and applied Arabic numerals treated with Super-LumiNova® ensure exceptional visibility while honouring the functional requirements that made pilot watches essential cockpit tools. The box-shaped sapphire crystal further reinforces the watch’s aviation-inspired appeal.
Powering this exceptional chronograph is the Longines-exclusive hand-wound calibre L792.4, visible through the transparent screw-down case back. Equipped with a silicon balance-spring and advanced components that provide superior magnetic resistance, the movement also features a column-wheel chronograph mechanism with flyback function, delivering the precision timing capabilities that define professional aviation instruments.
COSC-certified as a chronometer, the movement offers a power reserve of up to 68 hours and represents the pinnacle of Longines’ mechanical watchmaking expertise. The transparent case back reveals the movement’s refined architecture and finishing, highlighting the craftsmanship behind this sophisticated chronograph.
Water-resistant up to 10 bar (100 metres), the Spirit Pilot Flyback combines robust performance with exceptional precision.
The watch is available on a stainless-steel bracelet fitted with a micro-adjustable folding clasp or on a high-quality Swiss-made blue rubber strap featuring a pin buckle and interchangeable system. Combining versatility, comfort and durability, both options allow it to transition seamlessly between professional and everyday settings while perfectly complementing its blue colour scheme.
Longines’ Pioneering Spirit Lives On
With the introduction of these four new Spirit Pilot timepieces, Longines continues its proud tradition of creating watches inspired by the pioneers who helped shape the history of aviation and exploration. The new Spirit Pilot and Spirit Pilot Flyback models combine authentic pilot-watch heritage with contemporary design, advanced materials and state-of-the-art watchmaking technology.
Elegant, reliable and purpose-built, they embody the values that have guided Longines for nearly two centuries: innovation, performance and timeless elegance. As new generations continue to push boundaries and explore new horizons, the Spirit Pilot collection remains a trusted companion for every journey, proving that the pioneering spirit remains as relevant today as ever.
Prices:
Pilot: L38094939 = CHF 2200.- / Steel L38094936 = CHF 2500.-
Flyback Pilot: L37214939 = CHF 4'300.- / Steel L37214936 = CHF 4600.-
