Military Aviation hangar
Our military aircraft collection charts the changing technology of aerial warfare, from the First World War onwards.
Explore how military technology has developed, and meet the people who designed and flew combat aircraft, or whose lives were changed by conflict.
Be sure to check our aircraft location page to see where each aircraft is on display.
Aircraft highlights
The Military Aviation hangar tells the stories of aerial combat from the first use of air-to-air weapons in 1914 to drone attacks in the 21st century. You can see these aircraft in our Military Aviation hangar.
Image gallery
Hangar accessibility
Hangar entrance
There is level access to the main entrance of the Military Aviation hangar. The doors are automatic.
In the hangar
Lighting and noise
There is a film in this hangar that plays on loop. The film has audio and captions.
Viewing platform
There is a viewing platform for the film in this hangar that overlooks the aircraft on display. This platform can be accessed by a lift or stairs.
Lift dimensions can be found on the AccessAble website.
Seating
There are benches in this hangar for visitors who would like a seat.
Facilities
Toilets
There are no toilets in the Military Aviation hangar. The nearest toilets and baby changing facilities are in Fantastic Flight.
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.