Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton, Royal Navy air base in Yeovilton, England.
Description
RNAS Yeovilton is an active Royal Navy air station with multiple concrete runways supporting naval helicopter and transport aircraft operations. The base contains operational flight areas alongside a museum displaying military aircraft from different eras.
History
The Admiralty acquired the land in 1939 and completed the first runway in 1941 to expand naval air capabilities. The location continued to develop as a key naval aviation base throughout the following decades.
Culture
The Fleet Air Arm Museum displays aircraft and equipment used by naval pilots, helping visitors understand how maritime air operations shaped British naval power. The collection tells the story of how these aircraft were used at sea.
Practical
The Fleet Air Arm Museum is open to visitors and can be explored in a few hours to see the main collections. The facility has adequate parking and visitor amenities on site.
Did you know?
The museum displays aircraft that served in far-flung conflicts, revealing stories of naval air operations beyond European waters. These exhibits show how the Fleet Air Arm operated globally across different theaters.
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