Large model aircraft rally back at Cosford
Two days of spectacular flying displays in miniature will take place at the weekend.
The Large Model Aircraft Rally is returning to Cosford airfield will be taking place on Saturday and Sunday and is expected to attract thousands of aviation fans.
Aircraft heading to the show have all been designed and built by members of the Large Model Association, who have dedicated years into making them a perfect replica of the real thing.
Gates open at 8.30am and with a full day of flying displays including mid-air dog fights, plus a static aircraft line up, crowds are guaranteed to be wowed from 9am through to 5.30pm both days.
This year’s event will have a Cold War flying theme with model aircraft including a 20ft Vulcan bomber taking to the skies, courtesy of the show's organisers.
The Vulcan model will be joined by fellow Cold War aircraft including; a Victor, Lightning, Canberra and Javelin all of which can be seen in full size inside the Museum’s National Cold War Exhibition.
A Russian Bear and Mig 29 will also be joining the line-up.
The event will also show bi-planes from the early days of aviation through to the modern jets of today, both on the ground and in the air.
The Large Model Aircraft Rally promises also has more than 60 exhibitors signed up to showcase some of the latest model kits and aviation accessories.
Families are guaranteed to enjoy the fun-filled lined up which includes a children’s entertainment area with bouncy castles and inflatable slides.
Keeping visitors fuelled for the day, there will be a fantastic range of food and drink on offer including a beer tent and visitors will have access to the RAF Museum where they can view many of the aircraft flown during the show in full size.
A free bus service will take visitors from the event to the museum throughout the day.
Tickets purchased on the gate cost £10 per adult and children under the age of 16 are free.
Exclusively for the Large Model Aircraft Rally, visitors are able to camp on site.
On site camping is £45.00 on the gate and any visitors interested in camping should email publiccamping@largemodelassociation.com or call 07827 675665.
For further information about the event visit: www.rafmuseum.org/cosford.
