The Imperial War Museum had been looking for a suitable site for the storage, restoration and eventual display of exhibits too large for its headquarters in London and obtained permission to use the airfield for this purpose. Cambridgeshire County Council joined with the Imperial War Museum and the Duxford Aviation Society and in 1977 bought the runway to give the abandoned aerodrome a new lease of life.

Today Duxford is established as the European centre of aviation history. The historic site, outstanding collections of exhibits and regular world-renowned air shows combine to create a unique museum where history really is in the air.

For full details on the museum and its events visit the IWM Duxford website: http://duxford.iwm.org.uk/

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American Air Day showcased the work of the United States Air Force in Europe and in particular, the Third Air Force, partially based in the United Kingdom. Displays and attractions, include the chance to walk through USAFE aircraft, including the HH-60G Pave Hawk and MC-130P Combat Shadow; parachute jump demonstration and rescue demonstration; a display of American cars and motorbikes; Security Forces Squadron display, including vehicles and weapons, and much more!

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