National Museum Of Flight
About This Museum
What truly sets the National Museum of Flight apart is its home: the historic East Fortune airfield, where the very ground you walk on is steeped in aviation history. Instead of a single monolithic building, the collection is spread across four large hangars and the open air, letting you encounter aircraft in a setting that feels genuinely operational. You can step inside the needle-nosed elegance of a Concorde and contrast it with the stately, presidential interior of a Boeing 707. It’s a wonderfully tactile experience that goes far beyond just looking at static displays.
Collection Highlights
The star attraction is undoubtedly the chance to board both the Concorde and a former Royal Flight Boeing 707, but don't miss the colossal Avro Vulcan bomber or the tiny, ingenious Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet rocket plane tucked away in a hangar.
Visitor Information
Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the Scottish weather—a good portion of your time will be spent walking between hangars on the sprawling airfield site. It's an all-weather day out, but you'll get the most from it if you embrace the outdoor elements.
Architecture & Building
The museum's character is defined not by grand architecture but by its authentic, functional buildings: a series of original WWII-era RAF hangars with vast, unobstructed interiors and corrugated steel siding that perfectly suit their purpose.
Contact & Location
Address: National Museum of Flight, B1377, East Fortune, East Lothian, Alba / Scotland, EH39 5BT, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 300 123 6789
Website: Visit Website
