Visit the Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum near Aldershot to see Jet Engines, Helicopter. Rotors and a fully working Wind Tunnel
Farnborough Air Sciences Trust museum near Aldershot was established to safeguard and stimulate interest in the world famous aeronautical heritage of the Royal Aircraft Establishment. It is an important educational resource and a significant part of the nation’s scientific progress.
Trenchard House was built by the Royal Engineers in 1907 and is one of the oldest aviation buildings in the country. The historic building is now the administrative HQ and houses the museum which contains a lively project celebrating a CENTURY or aerospace research and development.
You will see a world class collection of exhibits on display:
· Jet engines and helicopter rotors
· A fully working wind tunnel
· Scale models
· Educational materials
· Original RAE research and development
· Historical photographs
· Military and civil aviation documents and photographs
· Artifacts pinpointing landmarks in technical achievement
·Pioneering materials development e.g. carbon fibre
Outside of the museum:
· aircraft chosen for their RAE Farnborough connections
· other aircraft displayed independently of the FAST Trustees
Museum Opening Times
The Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am – 4pm. Weekday visits can be booked by prior arrangement.
School Visits
The Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum welcomes school groups from Farnborough, Aldershot and beyond. For more information telephone 01252 375050.
Admission
Admission to The Farnborough Air Sciences Trust Museum near Aldershot is Free.
We also have car parking facilities.
For Children
We welcome kids who love museums and have lots of aeducational ctivity books and puzzles .
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