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Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum and its collection
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The Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum, first established in 1972, is situated near the former RAF Bungay airfield in Flixton, Suffolk. This location is steeped in history and provides a unique setting for the museum. The museum is home to a vast collection of aircraft and aviation-related artefacts, making it a fascinating destination for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
Aircraft Collection
The museum boasts a collection of over 60 complete or partial aircraft. Among these are some rare and unique pieces, including the only complete de Havilland Sea Vixen FAW.1 in private ownership, a flyable replica of the Colditz Cock escape glider, a Vickers Valetta VX580 C.2, and an FMA IA 58 Pucará that was captured during the Falklands War. These exhibits provide a unique insight into the history and development of aviation.
Admission and Funding
The Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum is open to the public free of charge. It operates entirely on public donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants from local and European governments. This allows the museum to continue preserving and showcasing its extensive collection of aircraft and aviation-related artefacts, and to continue its important work in the exploration and study of aircraft crash sites in East Anglia.
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