Aerodrome News
An old friend returns to Sywell after a 40 year absence
31st January 2012
The Sywell Aviation Museum starts the New Year with an old friend returning to the aerodrome after at least 40 years! Mr Paul Spendlove contacted the Museum concerning his rather unique 1938 Fordson Major tractor. He had rescued it from Redden's scrapyard in 2000, it having lain there for at least thirty years. Still readable on the paintwork was 'Brooklands Aviation' and 'S.R.D' (Sywell Repair Depot) - it was the original machine bought new by Brooklands for use as an aircraft tug at Sywell!
Paul restored her to running condition but thankfully did not touch the paintwork meaning that her unique history has been preserved. Offered by him to the Museum on loan, the tractor arrived on the 28th January and has taken up residence in The Paul Morgan Hall - our new Chairman, Andy Shemans, was there to accept her. We are absolutely delighted that Paul has kindly brought her home to Sywell!
Fordson Major tractor from Paul Spendlove
The Museum's Grand Opening is on Easter Saturday, April 7th, 2012 from 10.30. Our friends from The Troops, Trucks and Stores Military Vehicle Group and Pitsford Home Guard will ensure there is an amazing collection of wartime vehicles and renenactments to see and our new American Hall and Luftwaffe Hall will be unveiled for the first time. It is hoped that a WW2 fighter will also be attending to mark the occasion.
As ever the Museum is always keen to obtain artefacts (loaned or donated), unbuilt model kits, military and aviation books and mannequins.
Group visit bookings are now being taken for weekday evening visits from April- September which include a tour of the aerodrome and museum - Cub Packs, Boys Brigade, Local History Groups, U3A, Rotarians, Classic Car Clubs and more have all visited us before so make your booking now! Please contact us for details
.Sywell Aviation Museum Update 2012
4th January 2012
Our talk on the 9th January 2012 - 'The Handley Page Hampden - More than just a restoration' by Darren Priday - The Deputy Manager of the RAF Museum Cosford Michael Beetham Conservation Centre will be THE talk to see and interest is already huge - please see the talks page for more details.
The Museum reopens on Easter Saturday, 7th April 2012 and will be back, better than ever. The results of our second extension appeal raffle are also now available.
Until then may we wish all our visitors, friends and supporters a safe and prosperous New Year.
Trial Flights make excellent Christmas Gifts!
11th November 2011
Why not treat the one you love to a trial flying lesson from Brooklands Flying School. Take to the air in one of Brooklands' modern AT-3 or C172 training
Fly a Boeing 737 Airliner... from Sywell! Ideal for Christmas!
11th October 2011
Just arrived at Sywell Aerodrome, Northamptonshire, Virtual Aerospace has taken delivery of an absolutely state of the art, brand new flight simulator
March for Honour @ Sywell on Friday
1st November 2010
March for Honour's RAF team will be marching past Sywell Aerodrome on Friday 5th November, at around 12 noon.
Sywell Aviation Museum - Tiger Moth project - help needed!
25th October 2010
Sywell has a very strong affinity with the Tiger Moth, as many were used by Brooklands Aviation pre and post War and 6 EFTS had over 400 on strength
Sywell's Charity Airshow beats all records!
23rd August 2010
The Sywell Airshow on Sunday proved to be a fantastic success for the Air Ambulance. Over 10,000 people turned up, over double the number anticipated
Sywell Airshow 2010
21st July 2010
Sunday 22nd August sees the return of the Sywell Airshow, with a mix of display acts ranging from a massive WW1 dogfight to the war-winning
The ideal Fathers Day Gift - a trial flying lesson
24th March 2010
With Fathers' Day fast approaching, why not treat Dad to a trial flying lesson from Brooklands Flying School. Take to the air in one of Brooklands'
Sywell Aviation Museum Grand Opening 2010
5th February 2010
Easter Saturday 3rd April 2010 sees the Museum open for its ninth season and as usual we welcome anyone with vintage or military vehicles who are
The perfect Xmas gift - a trial flight
15th October 2009
Now available to buy online from the Brooklands Flying School are 30 and 60 minute trial flying lesson vouchers. Take to the air in one of Brooklands'
Sywell Revival Rally a great success
8th September 2009
The Sywell Revival Rally supported by the LAA was a great success. Many compliments and gratitudes have been received from those who flew in. Over
Sywell Revival Rally this weekend
2nd September 2009
The Sywell Revival Aircraft Rally is on this weekend, with early arrivals from Friday 4th September.
Come along and enjoy this major fly-in
Vulcan and Blades on Saturday
28th August 2009
Vulcan XH558 is due to put in an appearance at the Aerodrome on Saturday afternoon - in formation with the Sywell-based Blades aerobatic team.
Sywell Revival Aircraft Fly-in and Rally, September 5th and 6th 2009
22nd April 2009
Following a recent meeting at Sywell between directors of Sywell Aerodrome and the Light Aircraft Association (LAA), this is to confirm the Sywell
Tiger Moth flights coming soon
26th February 2009
You can already fly all manner of aircraft at Sywell from microlights
to a WWII Harvard - but soon we will be starting our own
Tiger Moth operation.
History comes to light at Sywell Aerodrome
26th September 2008
Work on the all-weather runway at Sywell Aerodrome has been progressing well over the past few months and recent ground workings have uncovered an
Vulcan makes a flying visit
18th September 2008
While serviceability sadly precluded her appearance at the Sywell Airshow last month, Vulcan XH558 put in an appearance at the Aerodrome today - in formation
Sywell Airshow 2008 a great success!
2nd September 2008
Well the sun shone - after some early morning rain - and given this year's weather we call that a big success on its own! It looks like we had our best
Ragwing Fly-in and Airshow update
15th August 2008
Saturday 23rd sees our Vintage ragwing fly-in - free landing fees, free goody bag and a competition for best aircraft. Stay overnight and enjoy the hog
Sywell Airshow 2008 - latest updates
29th July 2008
We have lots of additions to the display line-up for the Sywell Airshow on August 24th - highlights include a huge number of WW1 types including no fewer
Upcoming events at Sywell
10th June 2008
We have a range of upcoming events to tell you about, all listed on the events page - recent additions include the new range of talks being presented
