The Lancaster Challenge

Take part in the Lancaster Challenge to celebrate 80 years since the first flight of the iconic Avro Lancaster.

Flying Officer F.G. Kelsey DFC

The Boeing Chinook

The Chinook is an iconic helicopter which has served the RAF for over 40 years.

1964

The Lancaster Challenge

Take part in the Lancaster Challenge to celebrate 80 years since the first flight of the iconic Avro Lancaster.

1963

A Cuckoo in the Nest

In his latest blog Julian Hale writes of the first purpose-designed carrier-borne torpedo bomber

Virtual Trenchard Lecture: Pioneering Female Aviators in the Regular RAF

In this virtual lecture Dr Katherine Sherit explores the experience of pioneering women in the Regular RAF

The Avro Vulcan: Part 1

On 14 January 1965 the last Vulcan B2 was delivered to the RAF. 57 years later we are launching our Vulcan Challenge

Personal Stories from our new exhibitions

Our new exhibitions are featuring some incredible personal stories of the RAF women. Come and discover them from 30 June onwards.

Why China Has Not Caught Up Yet: The Case of Stealth Jet Fighters

In this virtual lecture Dr Gilli will explore 'Why China Has Not Caught Up Yet: The Case of Stealth Jet Fighters'

Apparition Partner Museums

RAF Museum Midlands ranked 2nd ‘Highest Rated Attraction’ in the UK

Using live TripAdvisor average reviews (October 2019), the Museum came 2nd with an average 5* TripAdvisor score from 2,427 reviews.

More Ugly Duckling Than Sparrow

The AD Scout, known as the Sparrow was one of the most unusual British aircraft of the First World War.

Virtual Spitfire 10K

Chocks away! Get ready for the Virtual Spitfire 10K!