Royal Air Force Museum

All about RAF

First of all, visiting London and not going to this Museum would be just a waste of opportunity. The Royal Airforce Museum in London offers so much knowledge and fun for you and your family. And here’s the kicker – admission is free! You can find more than 100 aircraft to see and no matter if you’re a big fan of aviation or not it will be an interesting and unforgettable experience. In addition, a stunning exhibition called “First World War in the Air”, or a real life-sized model of F35 Strike Fighter jet. It is the only copy of that plane available to see in the whole world. Also, don’t miss Princess Mary’s RAF Nursing Service. This one is describing the role of nurses that took care of the wounded and the sick since 1918. There is a very interesting section about Air Traffic Control with highly educational interactive displays.

Various exhibitions

While visiting you can also marvel at the section called “Bomb Bay” which is a kind of television placed underneath a gigantic Vulcan Bomber. What I personally consider intriguing is the section about people that served or contributed to development of flight and the Royal Air Force itself. You can also find a magnificent Battle of Britain exhibition with numerous examples of British, but also  German planes that took part in one of the most important air battles during the second world war and determined the victorious side. In accordance to the requirements of the twenty first century there is a wide range of virtual tours such as “Milestones of Flight Gallery”; “Grahame White Watch Office”; ”Historic Hangars”; “Bomber Hall”; ”Google Street View of London Site”; ”The Prince’s Drawing School”.

 

Eurofighter Typhoon Simulator

But that’s not all! For a small fee of 3 pounds you can enjoy Eurofighter Typhoon Simulator that can seat up to 8 people per flight or Historic Hangars Simulator. Take your pick from low flying mission through the valley or a fantasy adventurous flight through volcanoes and tunnels? Maybe World War One Dogfight? Take part in a battle over the fields of France during WW1. You also can’t miss Museum’s newest attraction – the 4-Dimensional Theatre. Five different experiences from an Air fighter, where you can joint the recruits and have an intense training flight experience, to a Ravine Race where you can participate in a supersonic speed race avoiding various obstacles. Very intelligent and thoughtful move is offering a calendar full of free events and exhibitions which is both educating and entertaining guests.

See also Science Museum.

The museum is constantly upgrading itself and keeping visitors surprised as it is open to comments and advice. Many of these comments concern the fact that there is not enough time to focus on everything museum has to offer. To check out those comments just go to Trip Advisor and find out for yourself.

RAF Museum London,
Grahame Park Way,
London, NW9 5LL