What is the postcode for RAF Cosford?

What is the postcode for RAF Cosford?

WV7 3EX
RAF Cosford, Albrighton, Wolverhampton, WV7 3EX.

Which county is RAF Cosford?

Shropshire
Cosford, Shropshire

Where is the Defence school of aeronautical engineering?

RAF Cosford
Headquarters. The DSAE headquarters is based at the RAF Cosford in Shropshire. The school reports to the Defence College of Technical Training (DCTT) which, in turn, is part of the Royal Air Force’s No. 22 Group.

Can you fly into Cosford?

Flying at RAF Cosford takes place Saturday to Wednesday 9am to 5:30pm between September and November. Between December and August flying is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm.

How much is parking at Cosford?

If you are arriving by car, motorhome or motorbike you will be required to pay for parking. The charges are £5.00 for 0 to 7 hours. Coaches and minibuses (more than 9 seats) are not required to pay car parking charges. Blue badge holders are required to pay for car parking.

Is RAF Cosford free?

Admission to all areas of the Museum is Free of charge and donations are welcome. Car Parking charges apply – click here for details. For a full site visit we recommend you allow a minimum of 3-4 hours.

What is RAF Cosford used for?

RAF Cosford opened in 1938 as a joint aircraft maintenance, storage and technical training unit. It has remained mainly a training unit to this day. The Fulton Mess barrack block was constructed just before WW2 as the largest single building barrack block in the UK. It is now used for technical training.

What planes are based at RAF Cosford?

This list of aircraft at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford summarises the collection of aircraft that is housed at the Royal Air Force Museum Cosford….War in the Air.

How big is RAF Cosford?

The runway at Cosford is only 1,200 yards (1,100 m) in length so most flying displays will either arrive on the day or stay overnight at RAF Shawbury which has a 300 yd (270 m) longer airfield….RAF Cosford Air Show.

Is there parking at the RAF Museum?

Parking. The Museum offers designated parking for disabled visitors which is near to the entrance (car parking charges apply).

Is there a Royal Air Force Museum in Cosford?

RAF Apprenticeships delivered at RAF Cosford were recently recognised as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. RAF Cosford is also home to the popular RAF Museum and the world-renowned Cosford Airshow.

When did the RAF Cosford reception centre close?

Nos 106 and 108 Personnel Reception Centres were established and over 13,000 ex-PoWs had passed through RAF Cosford by 23 August 1948 when the units were eventually closed down. The hospital continued to serve the RAF and local community until it closed in 1977.

When did RAF School of physical training return to Cosford?

1977 – RAF School of Physical Training returned to Cosford. 1978 – University of Birmingham Air Squadron moved to RAF Cosford. As part of the pre-World War Two RAF Expansion Plan, the requirement for additional aircraft storage and repair facilities and a network of Aircraft Storage Units (ASUs) was recognised.

Who is the community liaison officer at RAF Cosford?

Community Careers Liaison Officer, Andy Thayne. RAF Cosford, Albrighton, Wolverhampton, WV7 3EX. Council: Donington with Boscobel Parish Council. Some off-site married quarters are in Albrighton Parish Council and others are within the boundaries of Telford Wrekin Council. You must report to the Main Guardroom at the Main Gate.