Army Flying Museum

04/07/2024

The Museum and Apache Café will be CLOSED on Friday 12th July to set up for our WALLOP WHEELS & WINGS event on Saturday 13th July.

The Museum site will ONLY BE OPEN TO WALLOP WHEELS & WINGS TICKET HOLDERS on Saturday 13th July - there will be no access to the Museum car park and grounds for those without a valid ticket for this event.

Tickets* are selling fast! If you haven't booked already, don't miss out!

Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMW324

*All full price tickets purchased in advance include a free annual pass to the Museum (valid from 14.07.24). We cannot guarantee there will be tickets available to buy on the gate on the day - if there are some available, they will be more expensive and will not include an annual pass due to the additional difficulties of processing these at the gate.

03/07/2024

The countdown to WALLOP WHEELS & WINGS 2024 on Saturday 13th July continues apace – not long now! 🥳

One of this year's highlights will be a display by the Rolls-Royce Heritage Flight's Mk XIX Spitfire, P51 Mustang, and Harvard 2B 🛩️

Gold Sponsors, Rolls-Royce will also be bringing their amazing STEM trailer to the event. Their mission is to educate and promote Aviation Heritage through the operation and demonstration of rare and historically accurate aircraft, engines, and artefacts.

Don't miss it! 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMW324

*displays are weather dependant

03/07/2024

Our water supply has been restored and our Apache Café is now open!

02/07/2024

📢 By Sea, Land, and Air
📅 Monday 22 July
🕖 19:00

Join Tony Bray in the Museum to discover why the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force each have their own sailors, soldiers, and air crews. If you can't be there on the night, buy an online pass to watch live and join in the Q&A, or watch on catch up afterwards.

Book here 👉 https://bit.ly/3JdxpmN

Our lecture programme is kindly sponsored by Landmarc Solutions

01/07/2024

Here's the Historic Army Aircraft Flight’s De Havilland Beaver with a mini version (photographed at Wallop Wheels & Wings 2022).

Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦

Who doesn’t love a Beaver? 🦫

We're thrilled that the Historic Army Aircraft Flight’s wonderful aircraft will once again be delighting visitors at Wallop Wheels & Wings 2024 on Saturday 13 July. Get your tickets and get up close to these to these stunning historic aircraft. You’ll also get to meet the fabulous team that fly and maintain them 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMW324

Photo credit: David Clarke Solent News & Photo Agency 📷

30/06/2024

A great shot of a Gazelle at Wallop Wheels & Wings 2023 from Plane Richie for Sunday 🚁📷

Wallop Wheels & Wings 2024, on Saturday 13th July, will not only feature The Gazelle Squadron Display Team, but also a display by some French Military Gazelles.

Don't miss it! 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMW324

*displays are weather dependant

29/06/2024

Just two weeks to go until Wallop Wheels & Wings 2024 🎉

Here's what's in store on Saturday 13th July:

💥 Aircraft, Cars, and Motorcycles
💥 RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team
💥 The Gazelle Squadron Display Team
💥 Rolls Royce Heritage Flight display
💥 Navy Wings The Gazelle Squadron Display Team
💥 Historic Army Aircraft Flight static display
💥 Discovery Den celebrating STEM with Platinum Sponsor GKN Aerospace and Gold Sponsor Rolls-Royce plc, plus others
💥 Kids' Activities
💥 D-Day 80th Commemoration with The Glider Pilot Regiment Society Men At Arnhem Ham &Jam - The British Airborne WW2 Podcast
💥 Concours D' Elegance
💥 Engine Roar
💥 Local traders
💥 Forces Charity village
💥 Food and Drink stalls
💥 Music

Tickets are selling fast! Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMW324

All full price tickets purchased in advance include a free annual pass to the Museum (valid from 14.07.24). We cannot guarantee there will be tickets available to buy on the gate on the day - if there are some available, they will be more expensive and will not include an annual pass. Please note, the aerial displays are weather dependant.

29/06/2024

To celebrate here is an image of 652 Squadron personnel enjoying some comradery whilst eating a meal outdoors in France, 1944. Air Observation Post units frequently operated from makeshift airstrips without hangars or buildings.

To celebrate Armed Forces Day, we are offering MOD 90 holders and Veterans (with a HM Armed Forces Veteran Card) 20% off in our Apache Café on Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th June - collect a voucher from the Museum shop.

26/06/2024

Inspire young minds to soar to new heights with a visit to the Army Flying Museum. We offer a range of curriculum based schools' sessions, including First World War, Second World War, Flight Science and STEM activities for different key stages. Pupils can engage in hands on activities in our dedicated learning space and explore our collections around the Museum.

Find out more👉 https://bit.ly/AFMSch

Kids in Museums

25/06/2024

It's Armed Forces Week, when we celebrate our Armed Forces personnel and the wider military community 🇬🇧

Come along and meet our Army Flying Museum team at the Andover Armed Forces Day event at Vigo Park on Saturday 29th June.

Serving British or Commonwealth Military personnel (with a MOD 90 or equivalent ID Card) and Veterans (with a HM Armed Forces Veteran Card) receive FREE ENTRY to the Museum throughout the year.

We will also be offering MOD 90 holders and Veterans (with a HM Armed Forces Veteran Card) 20% off in our Apache Café on Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th June - collect a voucher from the Museum shop.

Huge thanks to all those who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving personnel to Service families, veterans and cadets 👏 🫡

24/06/2024

Today we're holding one of our regular ‘Noises Off’ mornings which take place on the last Monday of the month between 09:00 and 12:30. On these mornings sound effects in the Museum are turned off, or down, so that visitors with sensory processing issues can explore in a quieter environment. 🔇

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMNoiseOffMorning

Autism in Museums

23/06/2024

A stunning photo for this week's featuring an Army Air Corps Apache and an RAF Chinook 🚁📷

Photo with huge thanks to Sergeant Foulkes 😎

22/06/2024

Calling all aviation enthusiasts!

Don’t miss the chance to buy Photography Enclosure tickets for Wallop Wheels & Wings 2024 on Saturday 13th July for exclusive access to the Photography Enclosure for aircraft arrivals and departures. These tickets include early access to the event, a tea/coffee and bacon bap or veggie option, and a designated Photography Enclosure manager to guide through the day. You’ll be given advance information about the aircraft attending the event, plus aircraft arrival and departure times and information about the aerial displays.

Last few places remaining! Book now to get the best shots on the day!
👉 https://bit.ly/4aqjt4N 📷

20/06/2024

📢 Exciting News! The second part of Amazing War Stories gripping podcast, ‘'The Daredevils of D-Day’ featuring Bruce Crompton is now available. Part one was released on the 80th anniversary, and both commemorative specials also feature our Museum Archivist - pictured. Have a listen to hear about the heroic deeds of those involved in capturing the bridges over the River Orne and Caen Canal.

🎧 Listen here 👉 https://bit.ly/3RBXGzN

Do also plan a visit to the Museum to find out more about the D-Day story and see examples of all the Allied gliders used operationally during the Second World War, including several sections of Horsa glider including the one pictured.

19/06/2024

We've been a bit Apache obsessed recently (Did we mention that we now have an Apache AH Mk.1 on permanent display? 🤔), so in the interests of balance, here's a Wildcat at Wallop! 😎

Happy 🚁

Visit soon to see what aircraft you can spot 👉 https://bit.ly/3IMAIkM

Photo with huge thanks to Plane Richie 📷

18/06/2024

This dog named ‘Radar’ was attached to 656 Squadron Army Air Corps in Hong Kong during the mid-1970s. He was described as “15 lbs of fighting fury” in the unit’s scrapbook.

Happy 🐶

17/06/2024

From a Sopwith Pup dating from the First World War through to an Apache AH Mk.1, the first purpose-built attack helicopter to be adopted by the British Army, and with many aircraft in between, our collection spans the history of British Army aviation.

Which is your favourite aircraft?

Visit to explore our amazing collection 👉 https://bit.ly/3IMAIkM

Photos with huge thanks to RWF Photography 😎

16/06/2024

An awesome Army Air Corps Apache photographed at last year's Wallop Wheels & Wings for this week's Sunday🚁📷

This year's event on Saturday 13th July is fast approaching! Tickets are selling fast and include a free annual pass to the Museum (valid from 14.07.24) so you can come and see our new Apache AH Mk.1 exhibit. There's also the option to buy an add on ticket to explore the Museum on the day, but these are limited in number so don't delay.

Why not buy tickets as a Father's Day gift? 🎁 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMW324

Photo with huge thanks to RWF Photography 😎

15/06/2024

Captain Baldwin of 652 AOP Squadron delivers an Auster, complete with barrel of beer, to Normandy, France, in July 1944.

Happy 🍻

Check out the local beer on sale in the Army Flying Museum shop. Cheers! 🍺

13/06/2024

Only one month to go until Wallop Wheels & Wings on Saturday 13th July!

Aircraft, cars, motorcycles, kids' activities, aerial displays*, living history, shopping, music, and lots more besides! Make special memories at this fun family day out.

Tickets are selling fast so don't delay! 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMW324 😎

Photos with huge thanks to Plane Richie 📷

*weather dependant

11/06/2024

Become a Gold Member at the Army Flying Museum and enjoy great perks whilst supporting the Museum. Benefits include free entry for 2 adults and 2 children, a complimentary tea/coffee per visit, discounts on events as well as in the shop and café, and invites to exclusive Members' events.

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMMemb

Photos of Apache AH Mk.1 preview event with huge thanks to Trevor Morecraft 📷

Delicious cupcakes provided by Sally-Ann Bakes 🧁

10/06/2024

Following last week's anniversary, plan a visit to the Army Flying Museum to find out more about the legendary coup de main assault by the Glider Pilot Regiment described by Air Chief Marshal Leigh-Mallory as “one of the most outstanding flying achievements of the war.”

The Museum has examples of all the Allied gliders used operationally during the Second World War, including several sections of Horsa glider – the type that was used to capture bridges over the River Orne and Caen Canal. Displays of smaller artefacts, films, and interactive exhibits help to bring the D-Day story alive.

Book here 👉 https://bit.ly/3IMAIkM

Photo with thanks to Plane Richie 📷

09/06/2024

An Army Air Corps Apache in action at Middle Wallop for this week's Sunday 🚁📷

Our Apache Café offers excellent airfield views making it the perfect spot for aviation lovers to enjoy a cuppa and a delicious slice of cake ☕🍰

Huge thanks to Plane Richie for sharing this great photo with us 😎

08/06/2024

It has been 80 years since the first five 652 Air Observation Post Squadron Auster Mark 4 aircraft arrived in Normandy for the Allied invasion. Based at Plumetot, 652 Squadron got to work straight away and carried out seven artillery shoots on the same day they arrived.

08/06/2024

Just over a week until Father's Day 🥳

Why not treat Dad to a visit to the Army Flying Museum on Sunday 16th June and take advantage of our special Father's Day offer?

Click here for details 👉 https://bit.ly/3Nbf8s6

What's more, he can see our newest exhibit, an Apache AH Mk.1 attack helicopter 🚁

Apache AH Mk.1 photo with huge thanks to Danny Frampton 😎

06/06/2024

On this day 80 years ago Operation MALLARD took place, which was the second Glider Pilot operation during the Normandy Landings. Over 200 Horsa and Hamilcar gliders delivered troops and equipment directly to the battlefield to reinforce those who landed earlier during the day.

06/06/2024

Hear our Archivist in this special Amazing War Stories podcast to commemorate D-Day. Part 2 to follow featuring the wonderful Bruce Crompton.

In the late hours of hours of June 5th, 1944 six Horse gliders, towed by Halifax bombers made their way across the channel. Inside the lead glider, codenamed Chalk 91, sat 30 men readying themsel...

05/06/2024

During the night of 5/6 June 1944 Op TONGA took place. TONGA saw Horsa and Hamilcar gliders of the Glider Pilot Regiment carry troops of 3 and 5 Parachute Brigades into Normandy. Their aims included capturing strategic bridges and destroying the Merville Battery.

04/06/2024

This week is Volunteers’ week. The Museum is supported by a fabulous team of volunteers who give up their time to assist staff across a range of areas from technical support and collections care, through to tour guiding, education, and family fun. Recently, they have played a vital role in the installation of our newest exhibit, an Apache AH Mk.1 attack helicopter.

We're delighted to announce that our Museum volunteer team have been shortlisted for the Unity Test Valley Volunteering Awards 2024. The winner will be announced at the Award event next week. We very much hope our team will be successful as they are truly worthy recipients 🤞

Volunteers' Week Unity Online

03/06/2024

Don't miss these special talks to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day:

📢 Operation OVERLORD from the Air
📅 Monday 3 June
🕙 10:00 & 14:00

📢 Nothing Is Impossible
📅 Thursday 6 June
🕙 10:00

📢 Secrets of D-Day*
📅 Monday 10 June
🕖 19:00

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/AFMEvents

*Also available to watch online