RAF Museum

Ever wondered how you dust an aircraft 100ft in the air? ✈️😲 Our fearless “Dustbusters” are abseiling into action at RAF Museum Midlands, cleaning iconic aircraft like the Vulcan & Lightning using only soft fibre mops—while carrying out vital safety checks 🔍 Drop in and watch it live! 👀 🕙 10.00am daily | 🎟️ Free entry rafmuseum.pulse.ly/dl6tuq5kzh

MIDS: ✈️ Calling West Midlands & Welsh aviation fans! Join us on 18 April for a Runway25 evening with Lt. Col. Rob ‘Z-Man’ Zettel – a USAF pilot who flew MiG-21 & MiG-23 jets with the secretive “Red Eagles”. Cold War stories, refreshments, Q&A & signing! 🎟️ Full details: bit.ly/4cZ7BuV

📅 Save the Date! Join us one month today – Thursday 23 April 2026 at 6.00pm – for our virtual lecture: An ‘admirable achievement’: The War in the Air, Creating the Narrative, and the Origins of a Discipline Led by air power historian Dr Ross Mahoney, this fascinating talk explores the creation of The War in the Air – the official history of Britain’s role in the First World War’s aerial conflict. Discover how this landmark work was written, the challenges behind its production, and its lasting impact on the study of air power history. 🎟️Book your free space now at: crowdcast.io/c/vl-2026-maho…

This Eid, we remember stories of courage, sacrifice, and resilience. Discover the remarkable life of Noor Inayat Khan at the RAF Museum; a wireless operator and secret agent whose bravery continues to inspire generations. Eid Mubarak to all celebrating.

Could you find your way around a new place using signage alone? Help test new wayfinding at RAF Museum Midlands. 📅 31 Mar, 2 & 7 Apr 📍 RAF Museum Midlands, Cosford 🎟️ Free, booking required ☕ Free refreshments Sign up: Scan the QR code or email claire.robinson@rafmuseum.org

✈️ Almost sold out! Only a few tickets remain for this weekend’s Airfix Model Club (21–22 March) at RAF Museum London. Young aviation fans can build a Messerschmitt Bf109 to take home before viewing our one on display 🛩️ 🎟️ £5 | Limited spaces—book now: rafmuseum.org.uk/london/whats-g…

MIDS: 🐦🔨 Tickets now on sale! Join our Build a Bird Box Workshop this Easter 🌼 For just £5 per kit, enjoy a fun, hands-on activity the whole family will love 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 📍 Near the Vulcan, National Cold War Exhibition ⏰ 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm 🎟️ All participants need a ticket – book now at: rafmuseum.org.uk/midlands/whats…

Heads up! Celebrate the 75th anniversary of the first flight of the Hawker Hunter this July with a special one-day RAeS conference at @RAF_Cosford #avgeek aerosociety.com/events-calenda…

Spring is in the air! 🐣🌼 Looking for an Easter gift that lasts longer than chocolate? Our charming soft toys – Roundel Fox and Cher Ami the pigeon – are inspired by incredible stories. Perfect for cuddles and curious young minds alike. 👉 Shop now: rafmuseumshop.com/collections/so…

Looking for a great family day out this weekend? ✈️ Head to the RAF Museum Midlands and discover legendary aircraft, including the world's oldest spitfire, inspiring stories, and hands-on experiences suitable for all ages. Plan your visit today and make it a weekend to remember! Admission is free: rafmuseum.org.uk/midlands/

🕵️‍♂️✈️ What if a button could help you escape enemy territory? During WWII, MI9 created ingenious hidden tools to help Allied airmen evade capture—from compass safety pins to silk maps concealed in everyday objects. Watch our short film to discover these remarkable escape aids. 📦 Support our Crate Escape appeal: rafmuseum.org.uk/crate-escape #RAFHistory #SecondWorldWar #CrateEscape

FORCES IN STEM AT RAFM We were delighted to return to @RAFMUSEUM yesterday for the first Forces in STEM event for 2026. We met hundreds of primary school children through the day alongside 20 industry partners in Aerospace and defence and had some superb engagement from pupils

On 23 April 2026, I will be delivering #VirtualLecture at the @RAFMUSEUM on the subject of 'An ‘admirable achievement’: The 'War in the Air,' Creating the Narrative, and the Origins of a Discipline' drrossmahoney.wordpress.com/2026/03/12/vir… #WW1 #airpowerhistory #plsRT

🚨 Advanced Notice of Site Closure 🚨 Our London site will be closed to the public on Wednesday 11 March for a Learning and Engagement event. Please do not travel to our site on this date, unless you have tickets to attend this event. We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience that this news may cause. For further details, please visit our website at: rafmuseum.org.uk/news/london-si…

🛩️ Join our virtual lecture: “The Contribution of the RAF’s Special Duties Squadrons to the ‘Secret War’, 1940–1945.” 📅 Thursday 12 March ⏰ 12:00pm Discover how RAF crews flew dangerous night missions delivering agents and supplies across occupied Europe during WWII. 🔗 Book your free place at: bit.ly/3OVLU50