Duxford AirSpace Hangar

Avro Shackleton MR.3/3 XF708. Photo by Ross Cannon

Duxford's AirSpace hangar was officially opened to the public on the 12th July 2008. Over 30 Aircraft are displayed, some of them date back to the First World War. More up to date Aircraft include the Avro Vulcan, Handley Page Victor, English Electric Canberra and Hawker Siddeley Harrier Jump Jet. As well as World War 2 Aircraft, such as the Short Sunderland, Avro Lancaster and Supermarine Spitfire. Also some of the frontline RAF Aircraft such as Panavia Tornado and the Eurofighter Typhoon are represented.

The public have good access around the Aircraft at ground level and also a wonderful view from the high-level walkways. Which gives unlimited Photographic opportunities of the topside of the Aircraft and the exhibits which are suspended from the hangar ceiling. The hangar also has a large area of Aircraft engines and ancillary items on display, and is conveniently situated by Duxford's well stocked shopping area and cafeteria.

A few notes for your diary

The Jubilee Air Show - 27th May 2012

Flying Legends - 30th June & 1st July 2012

The Duxford Air Show - 8th & 9th September 2012

Autumn Air Show - 14th October 2012

For the Duxford Air show section

Duxford Imperial War Museum Website