Museum of Army Flying

The Museum of Army Flying at Middle Wallop, Hampshire, is a fascinating destination dedicated to the history of British Army aviation. It showcases the development of Army flying from its inception to modern times, focusing on the contributions of the Army Air Corps (AAC) and its predecessor units.

Museum of Army Flying

Middle Wallop

Stockbridge SO20 8DY

United Kingdom

www.armyflying.com

info@flying-museum.org.uk

+44 1264 781086

Daily 09:00 – 16:00

Admission fee

Gift shop

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Aircraft collection

Westland Lynx AH.7 XZ675/H AAC, Army Flying Museum

Westland Lynx AH.7 XZ675/H AAC

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KJ351

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ZE410

G-AXKS

TJ569

WJ358

WZ721

70-15990

AE-409/656

ZJ224

XG502

ZG993

51-11989

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XP821/”MCO”

XP822

WG432/L

TK777

HH268/H

B-415

8381M/P-5

ZA209

XK776

XZ795

XL813

G285/E

WZ772

N5195

XR232

243809

ZA737

G-AXKS

XX153

XZ675/H

XZ720

XP847

XP910

XV127

XT108/U

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Airspeed Horsa I (cockpit)

Airspeed Horsa II

Airspeed Horsa II

Agusta A109A

Agusta-Bell AB-47G-4A

Auster AOP.5

Auster AOP.6

Auster AOP.9

Bell AH-1F Hueycobra

Bell UH-1H Iroquois

Boeing Apache AH.1

Bristol Sycamore HR.14

Britten Norman Islander AL.1

Cessna O-1A (L-19A) Bird Dog

Cody kite

de Havilland Canada Beaver AL.1

de Havilland Canada Beaver AL.1

de Havilland Chipmunk T.10

General Aircraft Hamilcar I

General Aircraft Hotspur II

Hafner Rotabuggy

Hafner Rotachute III

MATS-B 1A (drone)

ML Utility Mk.1

Northrop Shelduck D.1 (drone)

Saro Skeeter AOP.12

Slingsby T.6 Kirby Kite I

Slingsby T.38 Grasshopper TX.1

Sopwith Pup

Sud Aviation Alouette AH.2

Waco CG-4A Hadrian

Westland Gazelle AH.1

Westland Bell 47G-4A

Westland Lynx AH.1

Westland Lynx AH.7

Westland Lynx HAS.3SGM

Westland Scout AH.1

Westland Scout AH.1

Westland Scout AH.1

Westland Sioux AH.1

Westland Wideye

Westland Wisp

Middle Wallop is the home and training centre for the Army Air Corps. The museum is adjacent to this active airfield and houses a superb collection of aircraft, helicopters and military gliders spanning over 100 years of Army Aviation.

The Museum of Army Flying at Middle Wallop is about to undergo a revamp over the coming winter. Lancashire Aircraft EP-9 Prospector XM819 will be stored, and Miles Magister I T9707 (T9708) will go back to its owner the RAF Museum, which presumably means in store at Stafford.

Agusta-Bell AB-47G-4A G-AXKS Bristow Helicopters, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Agusta-Bell AB-47G-4A G-AXKS Bristow Helicopters

Airspeed Horsa I, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Airspeed Horsa I

Airspeed Horsa I (cockpit), Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Airspeed Horsa I (cockpit)

Airspeed Horsa II KJ351 AAC, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK
Airspeed Horsa II KJ351 AAC, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK
Airspeed Horsa II KJ351 AAC, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK
Airspeed Horsa II KJ351 AAC, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Airspeed Horsa II KJ351 AAC

Auster AOP.5 TJ569 AAC, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Auster AOP.5 TJ569 AAC

Auster AOP.6 WJ358 AAC, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Auster AOP.6 WJ358 AAC

Auster AOP.9 WZ721 AAC, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Auster AOP.9 WZ721 AAC

Bell AH-1F Hueycobra 70-15990 US Army, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Bell AH-1F Hueycobra 70-15990 US Army

Bell UH-1H Iroquois AE-409/656 Argentina Army, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Bell UH-1H Iroquois AE-409/656 Argentina Army

Bristol Sycamore HR.14 XG502 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Bell UH-1H Iroquois AE-409/656 Argentina Army

Cessna O-1A (L-19A) Bird Dog 51-11989 US Army, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Cessna O-1A (L-19A) Bird Dog 51-11989 US Army

de Havilland Canada Beaver AL.1 XP821/MCO Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

de Havilland Canada Beaver AL.1 XP821/MCO Army Air Corps

de Havilland Canada Beaver AL.1 XP822 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

de Havilland Canada Beaver AL.1 XP822 Army Air Corps

de Havilland Chipmunk T.10 WG432/L Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

de Havilland Chipmunk T.10 WG432/L Army Air Corps

General Aircraft Hotspur II HH268/H Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

General Aircraft Hotspur II HH268/H Army Air Corps

Hafner Rotabuggy B415 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK
Hafner Rotabuggy B415 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Hafner Rotabuggy B415 Army Air Corps

Hafner Rotachute II I8381M/P-5 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Hafner Rotachute II I8381M/P-5 Army Air Corps

ML Utility Mk.1 XK776 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

ML Utility Mk.1 XK776 Army Air Corps

ML Utility Mk.1 XK776 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

ML Utility Mk.1 XK776 Army Air Corps

Saro Skeeter AOP.12 XL813 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Saro Skeeter AOP.12 XL813 Army Air Corps

Slingsby T-6 Kirby Kite 1 G285/E Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Slingsby T-6 Kirby Kite 1 G285/E Army Air Corps

Sopwith Pup N5195 Royal Flying Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Sopwith Pup N5195 Royal Flying Corps

Sud Aviation Alouette AH.2 XR323 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Sud Aviation Alouette AH.2 XR323 Army Air Corps

Waco CG-4A Hadrian 243809 US Army, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Waco CG-4A Hadrian 243809 US Army

Westland Gazelle AH.1 ZA737 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Westland Gazelle AH.1 ZA737 Army Air Corps

Westland Lynx AH.1 XX153 Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Westland Lynx AH.1 XX153 Army Air Corps

Westland Lynx AH.7 XZ675/H 671 Sqn / 7 Rgt - Army Air Corps/British Army, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Westland Lynx AH.7 XZ675/H 671 Sqn / 7 Rgt – Army Air Corps/British Army

Westland Scout AH.1 XP847 Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Westland Scout AH.1 XP847 AAC

Westland Scout AH.1 XV127 Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Westland Scout AH.1 XV127 AAC

Westland Sioux AH.1 XP910/D Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Westland Sioux AH.1 XP910/D AAC

Westland Sioux AH.1 XT108/U Army Air Corps, Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, UK

Westland Sioux AH.1 XT108/U Army Air Corps

Key Features of the Museum of Army Flying:

  1. Aircraft Collection:
    • The museum displays over 40 historic aircraft, ranging from early observation balloons to modern helicopters.
    • Highlights include iconic aircraft such as the Westland Lynx, Apache AH-64, Auster, and Scout helicopters, as well as gliders (Airspeed Horsa) used in wartime operations.
  2. Historical Exhibits:
    • Visitors can explore the evolution of Army flying, starting with the use of balloons in the 19th century for reconnaissance.
    • Exhibits cover significant periods, including both World Wars, the Falklands, and conflicts in the Middle East.
  3. Personal Stories and Artifacts:
    • The Museum of Army Flying brings history to life with personal accounts, uniforms, medals, and photographs from servicemen and women.
    • Items such as mission logs, tools, and equipment give a glimpse into the day-to-day lives of Army aviators.
  4. Interactive Displays:
    • Simulators and hands-on activities allow visitors to experience the challenges of piloting aircraft and understanding aerodynamics.
    • Educational programs and interactive exhibits make the museum family-friendly and engaging for children.
  5. Focus on Innovation:
    • The Museum of Army Flying emphasizes the technological advancements in Army aviation, including the development of advanced rotary-wing aircraft and weaponry.
    • Learn about the role of drones and other modern aviation technologies in current military operations.
  6. Memorial Garden:
    • The peaceful memorial garden is dedicated to those who have served in Army aviation, providing a space for reflection.

Photos Rob Vogelaar