We are pleased to announce that the Aircrew Remembrance Society and Wings Museum are now working very closely with the Directors of the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum based in Terrell, Dallas, Texas, U.S.A. Information is currently being exchanged and we would be happy to assist relatives in finding out more regarding the training of R. A. F. and Commonwealth aircrews based there during WW2.
They do have a website but it is currently under construction following recent management changes over at Terrell. Until such time as it is up and running any contact should be made through us. However they are having an open day later this year and for those of you going over that way we have provided details for you to attend.
HISTORY:
The No. 1 British Flying School Museum is a popular destination for World War II history buffs, aviation enthusiasts, and veterans. Visitors of all ages enjoy the museum's hands-on exhibits that explain how and why airplanes fly.
During World War II thousands of British pilots learned to fly at six civilian training schools in the United States. The first and largest of the schools was in Terrell.
After the United States entered the war, American Aviation Cadets also trained at the school. More than 2,000 Royal Air Force and American Army Air Force pilots earned their wings over North Texas between 1941 and 1945. Terrell's citizens welcomed the student pilots to their community, and many life-long bonds were forged. The museum celebrates this little known chapter of World War II history.
The museum's archives contain the most extensive record of the British Flying Training School that exists. The collection includes hundreds of historical items:
• log books
• training materials
• WW II memorabilia
• uniforms
Control tower 1 B.F.T.S
Visit the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum at Terrell Municipal Airport.
No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum
119 Silent Wings Dr.
972-524-1714
Please call for hours.
OPEN DAY / FLY IN:
The No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum
Schedule of Events
Friday, October 17th
6:00pm - Reception
Meet & greet distinguished guests
Reunion
Get acquainted with RAF pilots from WWII and their families.
Dinner & Show
Tickets $30 in advance
6:30pm - Dinner Buffet (catered by Eddie Dean) 7:00pm - Entertainment
Dave Washburn & Bob Snyder Jazz Band
USO Style Show, Comedy Routines, Rockettes, 'Andrews Sisters', other performers and Dancing
Schedule of Events
Saturday, October 18th
7:30am to 9:00am - Pancake Breakfast
Tickets $5.00
8:00am to 4 pm - Fly-In & Museum Open House
Tickets $5 Adults, $3 ages 5 to 16, Under 5 Free
Static Displays, Vendors, Sky Diving, Air Evacuation Demonstration, Flight Demonstrations, Art Show & Paint Out Music and Announcements by Mark Adkins, DJ
Airplane Rides
11:45am - Welcoming Ceremony
VIP Guests
Color Guard, Marine Corps Retired
Flyover – 8th Air Force,
Southwestern Christian College Coral Group
Keynote speaker
Special Appearance
Skydiving – Larry Portman – Caddo Mills
2:00pm - Lecture & Book Signing in the Museum The RAF in Texas by Tom Killebrew
Displays
Static Military Aircraft
Static Classic Aircraft
Military vehicles on display
Period military vehicles on display
Boggini's Antique Cars on display
