Aerospace Bristol

Today, we’re proud to support the #InternationalDayOfCharity, raising raise awareness and support for the vital work charities do around the world. As a charity focused on learning, heritage, and conservation, we’re committed to breaking down barriers and inspiring the next generation of engineers. We are passionate about supporting STEM learning for students from all backgrounds. We’re incredibly grateful to our staff, volunteers, donors, and visitors who help us move closer to achieving our goals every day. To learn more about what we do and how you can get involved, please visit https://lnkd.in/eMK23_cC

The 75th anniversary of the Bristol Brabazon's maiden flight has received fantastic media coverage, with features in Bristol24/7, BBC, and ITV. Our Head of Collections, Amy Seadon, also spoke with Claire Carter on BBC Radio Bristol about the temporary display and the history of this iconic aircraft. The display highlights the Brabazon’s remarkable engineering achievements and its pivotal role in the development of Concorde at Filton. We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone to celebrate this fascinating chapter in aviation history. https://lnkd.in/eqNt32Kp

#OnThisDay in 1949, the Bristol Brabazon took to the skies for the first time. 75 years ago today, a small army of technicians swarmed Filton airfield, hundreds of cyclists gathered at vantage points, and around 10,000 more people arrived to witness the first flight of what promised to be a new era of passenger travel. Designed to be the ocean liner of the sky, the Bristol Brabazon featured onboard cinemas, cocktail bars, lavish lounges, and separate sleeping quarters, setting a new standard for luxury in air travel. Visit Aerospace Bristol to find out more about the Brabazon and how its ground-breaking design and development at Filton paved the way for the legendary Concorde. https://lnkd.in/eBcBfaQq

‘Look Up! The Story of Hot Air Ballooning in Bristol’ has come to a close at Aerospace Bristol🎈 We’ve been thrilled to showcase and celebrate Bristol’s unique hot air ballooning heritage in collaboration with Cameron Balloons Ltd Kicking off with our launch event in July, ‘Look Up!’ ran for a fantastic six weeks, offering visitors a captivating look at Bristol's ballooning history with interactive activities like Skysketcher and our exciting Big Balloon Weekend. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who visited, as well as to our dedicated staff and amazing volunteers. 📷Some special moments from 'Look Up!'

🎈The results are in! 🎈 The virtual balloons have crossed the finish line, and our race has successfully concluded! We extend a massive thank you to everyone who participated and helped us raise essential funds for our Engineering Futures Appeal, fueling inspiration for the next generation of engineers. We are also immensely grateful to Nick Dunnington and First Flight for generously contributing the first-place prize of a hot air balloon ride for two. To all our participants: If you’re a winner, you’ve been contacted directly. Thank you once again for making this event a soaring success! https://lnkd.in/d6jpY_RK

Yesterday, we welcomed Brian Jones, co-pilot of the Breitling Orbiter 3, to Aerospace Bristol for an exclusive talk! The Breitling Orbiter 3, made by Cameron Balloons, was the first balloon to complete a non-stop circumnavigation of the globe on 21st March 1999. Brian’s talk featured a range of pictures and videos, along with captivating stories from this remarkable adventure, which began in the Swiss Alpine village of Château-d'Oex on 1st March 1999. 'Look Up!' at Aerospace Bristol showcases the registration number and logbook from the Breitling Orbiter 3. The exhibition is on display until Sunday, 1st September. To find out more ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/d6jpY_RK

This year, as part of Heritage UK Open Days, we are excited to offer a unique behind-the-scenes experience at Aerospace Bristol! Explore areas of our historic site, including storage spaces within our iconic hangars that are typically not open to the public. There are two tours, each with 10 spots available, ideally suited for adults and children aged 10 and up. For more information and to secure your spot, visit https://lnkd.in/eQRYvD8f.

Experience a Christmas party underneath Concorde! 🎉 With exclusive access to the Concorde Hangar from 7pm until midnight, you’ll enjoy fine dining with a splendid 3-course meal, complimentary car parking for a smooth arrival and departure, and first-class bar service. During the drinks reception, you’ll also have the chance to step aboard the last Concorde ever to fly and explore our remarkable Concorde exhibit. Book with us today ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/df2d6EX

Our goal at Aerospace Bristol is to inspire the next generation of engineers. Thanks to funding from South Gloucestershire Council, we’ve been able to award travel bursaries to local schools, enabling more students to benefit from the museum and our educational programmes. The Engineering Futures Appeal has also allowed us to upgrade learning equipment and resources, including iPads, laptops, rockets, and robots, and to incorporate adaptive learning materials for Special Educational Needs (SEN) pupils. To find out more about how you can help us on our journey to inspire the next generation, follow the link below. https://lnkd.in/eMK23_cC

Imagine an ocean liner soaring through the sky—a plane equipped with an on-board cinema, a cocktail bar, and a luxurious lounge, offering passengers the ultimate journey from London to New York. This was the ambitious vision behind the Bristol Brabazon when it took to the skies for the first time 75 years ago this September. Visit Aerospace Bristol from the 5th to the 29th September to find out more about the Brabazon and how its ground-breaking design and development at Filton paved the way for the legendary Concorde. To find out more, visit https://lnkd.in/eBcBfaQq 📸BAE Systems