Rissington Collection

Central Flying School, RAF Little Rissington, September 1947. From top: Bristol Buckmaster, North American Harvard, Supermarine Spitfire and de Havilland Mosquito

Royal Air Force BAC Jet Provost T. 4 XP551
Royal Air Force Central Flying School Jet Provost T.4 XP551 ar RAF Little Rissington (then the highest operational airfield in the British Isles) Date: 1960s

The Tatler cover - Fashion for debutantes - party
Front cover of society magazine, The Tatler featuring a photograph of people doing what looks like the twist at the annual ball of the Heythrop Hunt held at R.A.F. Little Rissington

Gloster Meteor T. 7 WA669 27
Royal Air Force - Gloster Meteor T.7 WA669 27, of the Central flying School, at RAF Little Rissington, on 1 August 1970. (RAF Little Rissington is the highest active airfield in the British Isles)

Royal Air Force Folland Gnat T. 1 trainers of the Red Arrows
Royal Air Force Folland Gnat T.1 trainers of the Red Arrows, preparing to return to RAF Little Rissington after an airs-how itinerary away from their RAF Little Rissington base. Date: circa 1970

Westland Whirlwind HCC. 8 XN126
Royal Air Force - Westland Whirlwind HCC.8 XN126 (msn WA266), of the Queen's Flight, at RAF Little Rissington. Date: circa 1962

Avro Tutor K3215 - G-AHSA
Avro Tutor K3215 / G-AHSA, of the Shuttleworth Trust, at the 50th anniversary of the Central Flying School's formation, on 7 July 1962 at RAF Little Rissington. Date: 1962

Avro Tutor K3125 - G-AHSA
Avro Tutor K3125 / G-AHSA, of the Shuttleworth Trust, at the 50th anniversary of the Central Flying School's formation, on 7 July 1962 at RAF Little Rissington. Date: 1962

Sopwith Pup N5195, at the 50th anniversary of the Central Flying School's formation on 7 July 1962, held at RAF Little Rissington. Date: 1962

Folland Gnat T. 1 XR994
Royal Air Force - Folland Gnat T.1 XR994 (msn FL588), of the Yellowjacks aerobatic display team of No.4 Flying Training School, at RAF Little Rissington

Folland Gnat T. 1 XR540
Royal Air Force - Folland Gnat T.1 XR540 (msn FL551), of the Yellowjacks aerobatic display team of No.4 Flying Training School, at RAF Little Rissington

Folland Gnat T. 1 XM706 92
Royal Air Force - Folland Gnat T.1 XM706 92 (msn FL511), of the Central Flying School, at the 50th anniversary of the Central Flying School's formation, on 7 July 1962

Folland Gnat T. 1 XM706
Royal Air Force - Folland Gnat T.1 XM706 (msn FL511), of the Central Flying School, at the 50th anniversary of the Central Flying School's formation, on 7 July 1962

Bleriot XI number 14 (G-AANG)
Bleriot XI number 14 (msn 14, registered G-AANG in 1981), of the Shuttleworth Trust, at the 50th anniversary of the Central Flying School's formation, on 7 July 1962

Westland Whirlwind HAR. 10 XP356 B
Royal Air Force - Westland Whirlwind HAR.10 XP356 B, of the Central Flying School, at RAF Little Rissington. (RAF Little Rissington is the highest active airfield in the British Isles)

Vickers Varsity T. 1 WJ886 23
Royal Air Force - Vickers Varsity T.1 WJ886 23, of the Central flying School, at RAF Little Rissington, on 1 August 1970. (RAF Little Rissington is the highest active airfield in the British Isles)

Royal Air Force Hunting P. 84 Jet Provost T. 4 XP551
Royal Air Force Hunting P.84 Jet Provost XP551 T4, delivered on 7 December 1961 to the Central flying School at RAF Little Rissington and scrapped on 22 November 1968 at No.27 MU Shawbury

Gloster Meteor T7s of the Central Flying School perform aerobatics over RAF Little Rissington in 1953. Date: 1953

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Step into the rich history of Rissington, where aviation dreams take flight. From its prestigious role as home to the Central Flying School and RAF Little Rissington, this enchanting place has witnessed countless tales of bravery and skill in the skies. On The Tatler cover, fashion for debutantes meets the thrill of a party at Rissington. Amidst elegant gowns and sparkling laughter, these young ladies embrace both glamour and adventure. The roar of engines fills the air as Gloster Meteor T. 7 WA669 27 soars through the clouds, showcasing its power and grace. Meanwhile, Westland Whirlwind HCC. 8 XN126 spins effortlessly above, displaying its agility in mid-air ballet. Avro Tutor K3215 - G-AHSA takes us back to a bygone era with its vintage charm. Its counterpart Avro Tutor K3125 - G-AHSA follows suit, evoking nostalgia for simpler times when flying was an art form. Sopwith Pup N5195 reminds us of early pioneers who dared to conquer the skies with their ingenuity and courage. Folland Gnat T. 1 XR994 races alongside it, leaving trails of excitement behind. Folland Gnat T. 1 XR540 showcases precision maneuvers that leave spectators breathless with awe while Folland Gnat T. 1 XM706 92 captivates onlookers with its sleek design and speed. Speaking of Folland Gnats, let's not forget about XM706. This iconic aircraft holds a special place in aviation enthusiasts' hearts as they witness it soar through blue horizons. Lastly but certainly not least is Bleriot XI number 14 (G-AANG), reminding us that every great journey begins with a single step or rather flight. This historic plane symbolizes innovation and determination that paved the way for modern aviation marvels we see today.