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Where to Visit in the UK for Aviation Fans: Top 5 Museums

Posted by Air Force Gift Shop on 18th May 2026

Where to Visit in the UK for Aviation Fans: Top 5 Museums
Today is International Museum Day, so what better time to celebrate the incredible air museums the United Kingdom has to offer? For those who live and breathe the sound of jet engines or marvel at the engineering of classic warbirds, these five spots are an aviation paradise. From sprawling air museums to thrilling plane-spotting vantage points, there are plenty of places where history, technology, and aviation culture come alive. Here are the five must-visit locations that every aviation enthus
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3 Must-See UK Air Shows Happening This May.

Posted by Air Force Gift Shop on 15th May 2026

3 Must-See UK Air Shows Happening This May.
May marks the official start of the 2026 UK flying season, and it's a massive month for aviation fans. From the historic grass strips of Old Warden to the coastal cliffs of Torbay, the skies are about to get busy. If you caught our May Air Show Reel, you’ve seen the highlights—now here is the deep dive into where you need to be this month. 1. Midlands Air Festival (29 – 31 May) The Vibe: A massive three-day spectacular at Ragley Hall that combines "Nightfire" pyrotechnics with
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An Evening Photoshoot At RAF Cosford | Photographing Jaguar and Tornado Jets

Posted by Air Force Gift Shop on 24th Jan 2020

An Evening Photoshoot At RAF Cosford | Photographing Jaguar and Tornado Jets
Getting the opportunity to take photos of iconic jets is always an amazing experience. Last night we ventured to RAF Cosford for a Threshold.Aero event to take photos of a pair of Jaguars and Tornados GR.4s. This was our first time taking part in one of these evening photo shoots and there was a great turnout for the event with 80 photographers and their tripods arriving at RAF Cosford.RAF Cosford is known for its iconic air shows that draw crowds of more than 50,000 people each year. The base i
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