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Tours start with refreshments in the Aviator Hotel Bar, followed by visits to the Northamptonshire School of Flying, the small Control Tower, Sloane Helicopters, one of the private aircraft hangars with historic aircraft and also Microlight School.
Tour lasts 1 - 2 hours and is free. Car park; children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and kept under strict control during airside visit; sensible walking shoes recommended; wheelchair access to hotel and most areas airside.
Founded in 1928, this is the County's premier airfield, all grass and very popular for pilot training, vintage and classic aircraft and modern helicopter businesses. There are some 40,000 movements per year, including charter and air taxi operations to European destinations.
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- Museum