{"id":3786,"date":"2016-03-06T19:10:03","date_gmt":"2016-03-06T17:10:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/?page_id=3786"},"modified":"2025-03-23T21:23:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-23T19:23:06","slug":"farnborough-air-sciences-trust-museum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/farnborough-air-sciences-trust-museum\/","title":{"rendered":"Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST)<\/strong> museum is a fascinating destination for those interested in <strong>aviation history, science<\/strong>, and <strong>innovation<\/strong>. Located in Farnborough, Hampshire, the museum is dedicated to preserving the heritage of the area, which is known as the birthplace of British aviation and <strong>aerospace research<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong>Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST)<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"widget-pane-section-info-text\">Trenchard House<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"widget-pane-section-info-text\">85 Farnborough Rd<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"widget-pane-section-info-text\">Farnborough GU14 6TF<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"widget-pane-section-info-text\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/2015\/05\/30\/united-kingdom\/\">United Kingdom<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.airsciences.org.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.airsciences.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"mailto:secretary@airsciences.org.uk\">secretary@airsciences.org.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">+44 1252 375050<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"txt10\">Saturdays, Sundays &amp; Bank Holiday Mondays 10:00 &#8211; 16:00<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"txt\">Weekdays and school parties by arrangement<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admission free<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gift shop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/FASTmuseum\/223794071079440\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-922 noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" src=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/facebook.jpg\" alt=\"facebook\" class=\"wp-image-922\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d159716.10018683266!2d-0.8935638759910178!3d51.2823430349546!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x48742b359d2a9883%3A0x501e803e941afa21!2sFarnborough+Air+Sciences+Trust+Museum!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1457283926921\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aircraft collection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/farnborough-air-sciences-trust-museum\/sepecat-jaguar-t-2-xw566\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-3787\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"240\" height=\"156\" src=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Sepecat-Jaguar-T.2-XW566.jpg\" alt=\"Sepecat Jaguar T.2 XW566\" class=\"wp-image-3787\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>XW934\/Y<br><p>ZA195<\/p><br><p>XV165<\/p>&#8211;<br><br><p>WT309<\/p><br><p>XS420\/420<\/p><br><p>XS932<\/p><br><p>XP516\/16<\/p><br><p>WV383<\/p><br><p>XL563<\/p><br><p>G-AWZI<\/p><br><p>XW566<\/p><br><p>XW863<\/p><br><p>ZD280<\/p><br><p>XZ166<\/p><br><p>XW241<\/p><br><p>XP848<\/p><br><p>XT633<\/p><br><p>XV631<\/p><br><p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><td>BAe Harrier T.4<br><p>BAe Sea Harrier FRS.1\/FA.2<\/p><br><p>Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B (cockpit)<\/p>British Army Aeroplane No 1<br><br><p>English Electric Canberra B.6 (mod) (cockpit)<\/p><br><p>English Electric Lightning T.5<\/p><br><p>English Electric Lightning T.6 (cockpit)<\/p><br><p>Folland Gnat T.1<\/p><br><p>Hawker Hunter T.7<\/p><br><p>Hawker Hunter T.7<\/p><br><p>Hawker Siddeley Trident 3B (cockpit)<\/p><br><p>Sepecat Jaguar T.2<\/p><br><p>Westland Gazelle HT.2<\/p><br><p>Westland Lynx AH.7<\/p><br><p>Westland Lynx HAS.2<\/p><br><p>Westland SA330E Puma<\/p><br><p>Westland Scout AH.1<\/p><br><p>Westland Scout AH.1<\/p><br><p>Westland Wasp HAS.1<\/p><br><p>Jindivik Target Drone<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span class=\"txt\">Aircraft chosen by the FAST Trustees for&nbsp; their RAE Farnborough connections<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"txt\">Nose sections and cockpits.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"txt\">Jet engines and helicopter rotors.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"txt\">Fully working demonstration wind tunnel.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span class=\"txt\">Research models of Concorde<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Features of the <strong>Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST)<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Rich Aviation History:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Farnborough has been at the heart of aviation innovation since the early 20th century. The FAST museum showcases the town&#8217;s pivotal role in British and global aviation, from early experiments in flight to cutting-edge aerospace research.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Diverse Collection of Exhibits:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Historic Aircraft:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum features several aircraft, including a replica of <strong>Samuel Cody\u2019s British Army Aeroplane No. 1<\/strong>, the first powered flight in Britain (1908).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sections of more modern aircraft like jets and reconnaissance planes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wind Tunnels and Testing Equipment:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Displays highlight the town\u2019s pioneering role in <strong>aerodynamics<\/strong>, including artifacts from Farnborough\u2019s iconic wind tunnels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flight Simulators and Avionics:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hands-on exhibits include flight simulators, avionics systems, and interactive displays for visitors of all ages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Black Box Recorder:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Farnborough was instrumental in the development of the <strong>black box flight recorder<\/strong>, a critical innovation in aviation safety. Visitors can learn about its creation and significance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Research and Innovations:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST)<\/strong> delves into the scientific breakthroughs achieved at Farnborough, such as advancements in:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supersonic flight (contributing to Concorde\u2019s development).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early space research programs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Military and civilian aviation technologies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Historic Site:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST)<\/strong> is housed in a Grade I listed building, the original Balloon School of the Royal Engineers, which later became part of the Royal Aircraft Establishment (RAE).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visitors can also explore the nearby <strong>RAE wind tunnels<\/strong> on special open days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST) museum is a fascinating destination for those interested in aviation history, science, and innovation. 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