Civil Aviation hangar
People have always dreamed of flying and having the freedom to soar with the birds.
This hangar explores different uses of civilian aircraft, from flying for fun and exploring the world to connecting distant communities. Get up-close to aeroplanes, autogyros and hang-gliders.
Be sure to check the aircraft location page to see where each aircraft is on display.
Aircraft highlights
The aeroplanes, autogyros and hang-gliders in our aviation collection represents a range of different uses of civilian aircraft, from delivering goods to delivering babies!
You can find these aircraft in the Civilian Aviation hangar.
Image gallery
Hangar accessibility
Hangar entrance
Entrance
There is level access to the main entrance of the Civil Aviation hangar. The doors are automatic.
In the hangar
Level access
This hangar has level access throughout.
Lighting and noise
The Civil Aviation hangar is well lit.
There are 3 videos in this hangar that play on loop one after the other. Each video has audio.
Seating
There are benches in this hangar for visitors who would like a seat.
Facilities
Toilets
There are no toilets in the Civil Aviation hangar. The nearest toilets and baby changing facilities are in the Museum Shop and Concorde Experience hangar.
Please check the museum map for directions.
Quiet spaces
If at any time you or someone you are visiting with finds the visit overwhelming, a member of staff can direct you to quieter areas in the museum.
Visit our accessibility page for full access information for the National Museum of Flight.