European Heritage Open Days – ✈️ Ulster Aviation Society, Lisburn

Step inside historic Second World War hangars and discover one of the finest aviation collections in the UK and Ireland. Climb into aircraft cockpits, try flight simulators and VR experiences, and see iconic aircraft including a Harrier jump jet.

When: Sat 12th & Sun 13th September
Where: Aviation Society, Lisburn
Cost: FREE
Time: 10am – 5.30pm

For EHOD 2026, visitors can get up close to — and into the cockpits of — many historic aircraft, helicopters, engines and artefacts, explore multiple display rooms, and enjoy state-of-the-art flight simulator and VR suites. Expert, knowledgeable volunteers share the stories behind the machines, the people and the preservation work that keeps this aviation heritage collection alive. See our new arrivals, including a Harrier jump jet.

A fantastic family-friendly day out with real scale, atmosphere and significance. Children and adults alike can climb into many open aircraft cockpits, including big jets and helicopters, while aviation enthusiasts can enjoy the depth of the collection and heritage visitors can experience an extraordinary piece of living history within this scheduled monument.  Not to be missed!

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