Aviation booklet | Page 44

Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Visitor Centre The world famous Battle of Britain Flight is a unique concept, drawing visitors from all over the world. It’s a partnership between the Royal Air Force and Lincolnshire County Council operating a Lancaster, five Spitfires, two Hurricanes, two Chipmunks and a Dakota. These are no museum pieces. Airworthy aircraft continue to thrill crowds at commemorative events all over the UK and hangar tours allow visitors to watch BBMF technicians working to keep these magnificent aircraft fit to fly. Access to exhibition areas, shop and car park is free. BBMF hanger is by guided tour only with small charge. RAF Scampton Heritage Centre The centre is on the famous bomber base from which 617 Squadron, led by Wing Commander Guy Gibson, flew their legendary raid in May 1943. The centre covers the history of the base from 1917 up to its present day use as the home of the Red Arrows – and including its role as a V-force base for Vulcan bombers and their Blue Steel missiles. See where the Dambusters film was shot, possibly the grave of Guy 44 Gibson’s Labrador dog and the Museum of RAF Firefighting. Photo ID required by visitors