Art Gallery

Flying Boats over the North Sea

During 1917 and 1918 RNAS and RAF flying boats played a vital part in the defence of British coastal waters.

The Second World War, 1939 to 1945 : Segregation

1986

Partial Closure of War in The Air Hangar Announced

This is to allow for the construction of a new Battle of Britain display

History of aviation timeline

This page shows a history of aviation timeline, both of the RAF, world aviation and civil aviation. A great tool for research!

Large Model Air Show

Scale models of iconic aircraft will be taking to the skies at the annual Large Model Air Show from the 2 – 3 July 2022.

1961

Maps

Lunchtime Lecture (London): A history of the Swedish Air Mission to rescue the airship “Italia” (1928)

On Tuesday 29th October 2024, Pier Paolo Alfei will explore the Swedish Air Mission to rescue the survivors of the airship "Italia."

First World War flying training

Plan your day

Pillows and Pilots April 23 – SOLD OUT

Grab your sleeping bags ready for a night at the Museum! Youth groups ages 7 to 15 are invited to set up base camp at the RAF Museum London.

The Second World War, 1939 to 1945 : ‘Coming Home’

1983