Aircraft Collections
The Royal Air Force Museum at Cosford houses one of the largest aviation
collections in the United Kingdom. 70 historic aircraft are displayed
in three fully heated wartime hangars on an active airfield. The collection
spans nearly 80 years of aviation history.
Research & Development Collection
The Research & Development Collection is undoubtedly a jewel in the Museum's inventory and
features some of the World's
most exotic aircraft.
War Planes Collection
The War Planes Collection includes British, German, American,
Japanese and Argentinian aircraft, all with an important place in
the development of military aviation.
National Cold War Exhibition Collection
This collection includes the RAF's nuclear detrrent, the 'V Force', and other notable aircraft from the period.
Transport & Training Collection
Some of the largest and smallest machines flown by the RAF for transport, communication and training. Most are in Hangar 1, but others are displayed appropriately in other exhibitions.
