Airship Heritage Trust

Step into the remarkable world of British airship history. From the pioneering days of the early airships to the majestic flights of the great R100 and R101.

Discover a Century of Innovation

Explore detailed archives, rare photographs, technical diagrams, and personal stories that bring the age of rigid airships to life. Whether you’re a historian, enthusiast, or student, you’ll find a wealth of resources to deepen your understanding of these extraordinary machines.

November 9, 2026

New edition of Dirigible Magazine is out now! With 44 pages of articles on the Met research at Cardington, the

August 12, 2026

The history of Britain’s pioneering airships has been well documented, but there are still important stories waiting to be told.

May 29, 2026

Date: Tuesday, 23rd June Time: 7:00 pm UK Notice is hereby given of the 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Airship Heritage

Virtual Museum

Come and explore the airships and artefacts in our fully immersive virtual reality museum

R34 in flight

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