London Aviation Day

This May 31st, BGC London and Aviation Partners are joining forces to plan an extraordinary and engaging event:

London Aviation Day! It's a fantastic opportunity for children to immerse themselves in the thrilling world of aviation, combining play, exploration, and learning in one day.

We have packed the day with exciting activities from 10:00am to 2:00pm at multiple locations.

This is a drop-in/doors open event. Families can come anytime*.

*Registration is required for the activities happening at the TVDSB Aviation School. please see details below

There is also an chance to win a basket full of goodies including a Blue Zone ticket (up to 6 people) for Airshow London. To enter into the draw please fill out this short survey.

Airport Tour - YXU

London International Airport - YXU will be giving visitors a behind the curtains experience of the airport:

• Tour 1 - 10:00 am

• Tour 2 - 11:00 am

• Tour 3 - 12:00 pm

• Tour 4 - 1:00 pm

The tour will show:

• insights into airport operations,

• brief history of London Airport, and

• a glimpse into the world of air travel

BGC staff will be setup in the terminal at YXU to warmly welcome families and offer insights into our organization's array of enriching programs tailored for children and youth. Our team will also host a selection of aviation-inspired activities designed to spark creativity and fun for the young ones!

Jet Aircraft Museum

Jet Aircraft Museum (JAM) will be open for all to explore and learn in depth about aviation. There will be experts to answer all the questions and satisfy the curiosities of the growing minds.

There will also be a chance to get a cockpit experience in a T33 cockpit ($2 per person) and two levels of flight simulator (education simulator and advanced simulator).

• Education Simulator

  • Age 10 and above

  • $5 for 20 minutes

• Advanced Simulator

  • Age 14 and above

  • $20 for 30 minutes

Thames Valley District School Board Aviation School

Thames Valley District School Board Aviation School will enhance the day with more in depth activities based around flights and aviation including:

• sheet metal dog tags

• 3D printing

• basic electronics

• flight simulators

• radio use

• theory of flight exploration using wind tunnel

The activities are catered to the age group 8 to 14 years old. TVDSB will be able to accommodate up to 15 people every hour and each member of the group will have the chance to participate in a variety of stations listed above.

**Pre-registration required

The Secrets of Radar Museum

The Secrets of Radar Museum will also be open with their guided tours and self guided tours around their museums to learn about the Secrets of Radar. Here’s a brochure or The Secrets of Radar Museum to have a quick look at what you can learn about and explore there.

Come join us this May 31st from 10:00am to 2:00pm for an aviation themed Kids 1st Day.

This is a self guided day, you can take the bus, drive, or walk to explore attractions the way it’s convenient for you.

Only Thames Velley District School Board Aviation School requires pre-registration.

Fill out this short survey for a chance to win a basket full of aviation themed goodies including a Blue Zone ticket (up to 6 people) for Airshow London.