Army Flying Museum at Middle Wallop visit
In October we visited Middle Wallop for a guided tour of the Army Flying Museum. Army aviation began in 1878 with the Royal Engineers, evolving into the Royal Flying Corps in 1912, Air Observation Post Squadrons from 1941 and the Glider Pilot Regiment from 1942, both giving way in 1957 to the current Army Air Corps.
Apart from over 35 aircraft we saw in the museum are the collections of smaller items such as uniforms, medals, and equipment which tell numerous inspiring stories about those involved in Army aviation. A fascinating museum to visit!
(Many thanks to Duncan Smith for taking the following photographs.)
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| First World War reconnaissance– before satellites and drones! |
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Second World War Horsa glider |
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| Post-WW2 army helicopters |
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| Completed in 2017, the memorial in the Middle Wallop Army Aviation Centre is the only memorial to those who have died during service of British Army flying over 100 years. |