German fighter classics on show at RAF Cosford
Two Second World War German front line aircraft will be the highlights of an open cockpits evening at the RAF Museum Cosford.
The Messerschmitt BF109G-2/Trop and the Focke Wulf Fw190A-8/U-1 will be on display during the two evenings on May 19 and 20, with only 300 tickets available for each.
A wide range of transport aircraft, jet fighters and unique research airframes from each of the museum's display hangars and within the museum grounds will also be open on the night for close viewing.
RAF Museum Cosford Curator, Al McLean said: "The event in May is a rare chance to see inside the two most iconic German fighter aircraft of the Second World War, positioned directly opposite their British counterparts."
Other highlights for visitors on the night will include the British Aircraft Corporation TSR 2, BAe Harrier GR9A, General Dynamics F-111F-CF and the Lockheed Hercules C130K Mk3.
Volunteers will be at each aircraft to discuss the history of each and answer questions.
Tickets are available to purchase now for £12.50 per person through the museum's website at rafmuseum.org/cosford
A second Open Cockpits Evening takes place on 15-16 September and will feature different aircraft.
