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Classic Wings

IWM Duxford, Duxford, Cambridgeshire, CB22 4QR

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Introduction

  • IWM Duxford is a living airfield with a history that stretches back to the First World War. Walk through the same hangars and buildings as those who served at RAF Duxford and see an extraordinary collection of historic aircraft take to the air.

Getting to IWM Duxford and Useful Information

Getting Around Duxford

Outside Access (Booking Office)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Booking Office'.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 140cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

Counter (Booking)

  • Counter View
    • The counter is located ahead as you enter.
    • The counter is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the entrance.
    • The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the counter.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
    • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
    • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
    • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
    • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.

Counter (Photo and Video)

  • Counter View
    • The counter is located to the right of the booking counter.
    • The counter is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the entrance.
    • The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the counter.
    • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
    • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
    • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
    • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
    • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.

Flight Experiences

  • Classic Wings offer a number of flights in different aircrafts including a Dragon Rapide, Tiger Moth and Harvard.
  • Please contact Classic Wing prior to booking to discuss access issues and medical requirements for flying in the aircraft.
  • There is a waiting area either side of the booking office, prior to boarding.
  • The surface of the flooring in the waiting area is concrete tiles and grass.
  • There is either bench seating or chairs with armrests.
  • There is stepped access onto all aircrafts.
  • For visitors with mobility issues, it is recommended to fly on the Dragon Rapide.
  • The Dragon Rapide has a capacity of 8 people.
  • Access into the plane is via portable steps and a step on the wing into the plane.
  • The 3 portable steps into the plane don't have handrails.
  • There is a slight slope on the wing.
  • The door into plane open towards you and has an opening width of 66cm.
  • There is a step into the doorway which must be stepped over to access the plane.
  • The seating area on the aircraft is on a slope when boarding.
  • The seats have armrests on both sides.
  • The Tiger Moth and Harvard do not have space for a carer.

Accessible and Standard Toilets

  • There are no accessible or standard toilets available within this area.
  • The nearest accessible and standard toilets are located in the grounds between Hangars 3 and 4 or between Hangars 4 and 5.
  • There are also accessible toilets and standard toilets in Hangars 1, 7 and 8.