British Aircraft Registry — 1903 to Present
Explore 1,247 aircraft, from the fragile biplanes of the Edwardian era to the supersonic jets of the Cold War. Each entry has technical specs, service histories, and preservation status. Whether you're tracing a family member's flying career or researching a squadron's equipment, this is the definitive record of British aviation.
Search the RegistryAircraft Database
Our searchable database has 1,247 aircraft with full technical specs, service records, and preservation details. Use the filters below to search by manufacturer, era, or current location.
Manufacturer Index
From A.V. Roe's fragile triplanes to the sleek Concorde, British manufacturers have shaped aviation history. This index gives you direct access to every aircraft in our database, organised by manufacturer and model.
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Specification Charts
Compare performance across eras with our interactive charts. Select any two aircraft to see how wingspan, top speed, and range changed over the decades.
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Service Records
Every aircraft has a story—from the daring raids of the Battle of Britain to the quiet work of post-war transport. Our service records include squadron assignments, key missions, and accounts from the pilots and crews who flew and maintained them.
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View full recordPreservation Status
Of the 1,247 aircraft in our database, 387 survive in museums, private collections, or restoration projects across the UK and beyond. This map shows where each preserved British aircraft is located. Click any marker for details.
Preservation Locations
From the hangars of the Imperial War Museum Duxford to the collections of local enthusiasts, Britain's preserved aircraft are scattered across the country. Use this map to plan your visit—filter by aircraft type, era, or condition.
Imperial War Museum Duxford
Cambridgeshire — 42 aircraft including Spitfires, Hurricanes, and the legendary Lancaster bomber.
View collectionRAF Museum London
Hendon — 100+ aircraft spanning the entire history of the RAF, including the only complete Halifax bomber.
View collectionBrooklands Museum
Surrey — 17 aircraft including Concorde G-BBDG and the only surviving Wellington bomber with fabric covering.
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Private Collections
Various locations — 112 aircraft in private hands, from airworthy Spitfires to rare prototypes like the TSR2.
View directoryContribute to the Registry
Our database grows thanks to contributions from enthusiasts, historians, and service families. If you have photos, logbooks, or personal stories about any British aircraft, please get in touch.