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Baginton Collection

Baginton is a haven for aviation enthusiasts, with its rich history and diverse collection of aircraft

Background imageBaginton Collection: Miles M. 77 Sparrowjet G-ADNL

Miles M. 77 Sparrowjet G-ADNL
Miles M.77 Sparrowjet G-ADNL at Shoreham Airport. G-ADNL had a moderately successful racing career, winning the SBAC Challenge Cup at Yeadon on 21 May 1956

Background imageBaginton Collection: Piper PA-24-250 Commanche G-ARIN

Piper PA-24-250 Commanche G-ARIN (msn 24-1182) at Baginton (Coventry Airport). Date: 1961

Background imageBaginton Collection: Miles M. 3A Falcon Major G-AEEG

Miles M. 3A Falcon Major G-AEEG
Miles M.3A Falcon Major G-AEEG (msn 216), at Coventry - Baginton Airport in August 1965. Built and test-flown as U-20. To Sweden October 1936 as SE-AFN. Later returned to UK and again became G-AEEG

Background imageBaginton Collection: The first plane load of Christmas trippers to fly direct from Coventry to Majorca left

The first plane load of Christmas trippers to fly direct from Coventry to Majorca left yesterday. They could be swimming on Christmas Day and have a turkey dinner on the beach

Background imageBaginton Collection: Cessna 175B G-ARFL

Cessna 175B G-ARFL (msn 175-56868), at Coventry - Baginton on 29 April 1961. Built as N8168T, for flight test before delivery to Airwork Limited in 1960

Background imageBaginton Collection: Miles M. 18 Mk. 2 G-AHKY

Miles M. 18 Mk. 2 G-AHKY
Miles M.18 Mk.2 G-AHKY (msn 466, ex HM545), with race number 39, at Coventry - Baginton. The sole M.18 Mk.2, flew from Woodley in November 1939

Background imageBaginton Collection: Sipa S. 903 F-BGAM

Sipa S. 903 F-BGAM
Sipa S.903 F-BGAM (msn 38) at Baginton. Date: circa 1960

Background imageBaginton Collection: Rollason-Druine D. 31 Turbulent G-ARZM

Rollason-Druine D. 31 Turbulent G-ARZM
Rollason-Druine D.31 Turbulent G-ARZM (msn PFA 581, Built by Rollason Aircraft & Engines Ltd. in 1962), at Baginton (Coventry Airport). Date: 1960s

Background imageBaginton Collection: Rollason-Druine D. 31 Turbulent G-ARNZ

Rollason-Druine D. 31 Turbulent G-ARNZ
Rollason-Druine D.31 Turbulent G-ARNZ (msn PFA/579, Built by Rollason Aircraft & Engines Ltd. in 1961), of the Tiger Club at Baginton (Coventry Airport). Date: 1960s

Background imageBaginton Collection: Comper C. L. A. 7 Swift G-ABUS

Comper C. L. A. 7 Swift G-ABUS
Comper C.L.A. 7 Swift G-ABUS, race Number 41, flown by A.L. Cole and David Ogilvy in the 1956 Grosvenor Trophy Race at Baginton (Coventry Airport), achieving second place. Date: 1956

Background imageBaginton Collection: Piper PA-18 Super Cub G-AREN

Piper PA-18 Super Cub G-AREN (msn 18-7559) at Baginton (Coventry Airport). Date: 1961

Background imageBaginton Collection: Auster D. 4-108 G-ARLG

Auster D. 4-108 G-ARLG
Auster D.4-108 G-ARLG (msn 3606) at Baginton (Coventry Airport) Date: 1960s

Background imageBaginton Collection: Miles M. 100 Student G-APLK

Miles M. 100 Student G-APLK
Miles M.100 Student G-APLK at Baginton (Coventry Airport). Date: 1961

Background imageBaginton Collection: Taylorcraft Auster 3 G-AREI

Taylorcraft Auster 3 G-AREI (msn 518, ex MT438 and 9M-ALB), at Baginton. Date: 1961

Background imageBaginton Collection: Miles M. 65 Gemini 3A G-AKHC

Miles M. 65 Gemini 3A G-AKHC
Miles M.65 Gemini 3A G-AKHC (msn 6490) at Baginton. Converted to Gemini 3A in 1954, G-AKHC was operated by Flight magazine until broken up at White Waltham in 1965. Date: 1961

Background imageBaginton Collection: Auster 6A Tugmaster G-ARKC

Auster 6A Tugmaster G-ARKC ex VF492 (msn 2261) at Baginton. Date: 1964

Background imageBaginton Collection: Piel CP. 301A Emeraude - G-ARRS

Piel CP. 301A Emeraude - G-ARRS
Piel CP.301A Emeraude G-ARRS (msn 226) at Baginton. (manufactured by Societe Menavia and previously registered F-BIMA in France) Date: 1964

Background imageBaginton Collection: Avro Anson C. XIX series 2 G-AVCK (ex TX157)

Avro Anson C. XIX series 2 G-AVCK (ex TX157)
Avro Anson C.XIX series 2 G-AVCK (ex RAF - TX157) of T.A.T. Ltd. At Baginton (Coventry Airport). G-AVCK was sold to Condor Aviation at Halfpenny Green in September 1967

Background imageBaginton Collection: Tipsy T. 66 Nipper 2 G-ARFV

Tipsy T. 66 Nipper 2 G-ARFV
Tipsy T.66 Nipper 2 G-ARFV (msn 44) with race number 11 at Baginton for the Kings Cup Air Race. Date: 1965

Background imageBaginton Collection: de Havilland DH. 82a Tiger Moth G-ANEL

de Havilland DH. 82a Tiger Moth G-ANEL
de Haviland DH.82a Tiger Moth G-ANEL probably at Baginton (Coventry Airport) for the 1963 John Morgan Trophy air race, flown with race number 30 by J. H. Denyer and entered by W. P. Meynell

Background imageBaginton Collection: Beechcraft 65-B80 Queen Air G-AWOI

Beechcraft 65-B80 Queen Air G-AWOI (msn LD-393) of Rootes Group at Cranfield, based at Baginton. Date: circa 1968

Background imageBaginton Collection: de Havilland DH. 82a Tiger Moth G-AJHS

de Havilland DH. 82a Tiger Moth G-AJHS
de Havilland DH.82a Tiger Moth G-AJHS (msn 82121) Possibly at Baginton (Coventry) for the 1955 Kings Cup Air Race. Date: 1955

Background imageBaginton Collection: Warwick CV8 3 Map

Warwick CV8 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Warwick CV8 3

Background imageBaginton Collection: De Havilland DH82A Tiger Moth G-APBI Baginton

De Havilland DH82A Tiger Moth G-APBI Baginton
Privately owned De Havilland DH82A Tiger Moth shot at Baginton, Coventry Date: circa 1958

Background imageBaginton Collection: English Electric Wren No4 at Baginton

English Electric Wren No4 at Baginton on 13 July 1957. Date: 1957


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Baginton is a haven for aviation enthusiasts, with its rich history and diverse collection of aircraft. From the iconic de Havilland DH-98 Mosquito FB-6 to the elegant Miles M. 3A Falcon Major G-AEEG, this place is a treasure trove of vintage planes. One cannot miss the sleek Miles M. 77 Sparrowjet G-ADNL, standing tall and proud among its counterparts. Its streamlined design speaks volumes about the innovation of that era. As you wander through Baginton, your eyes will be drawn to the Piper PA-24-250 Commanche G-ARIN, exuding an air of sophistication and power. It's hard not to imagine yourself soaring through the skies in this beauty. The Cessna 175B G-ARFL adds a touch of versatility to Baginton's collection. With its reliable performance and practical design, it represents the epitome of general aviation. Amongst these larger aircraft are smaller gems like the Miles M. 18 Mk. 2 G-AHKY and Sipa S. 903 F-BGAM – compact yet mighty machines that have left their mark on aviation history. The Rollason-Druine D31 Turbulent series also finds its place at Baginton with both G-ARZM and G-ARNZ proudly on display - showcasing their unique charm as lightweight sport aircrafts. For those who appreciate classic designs, look no further than the Comper C. L. A 7 Swift G-ABUS or Piper PA-18 Super Cub G–AREN; they embody nostalgia while still capturing hearts today. Last but not least is Auster D4–108 G–ARLG – a true testament to British engineering prowess from yesteryears; it stands as a reminder of how far we've come in aviation technology. Baginton offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in aviation history by exploring these incredible aircraft.