The Ulster Aviation Society at the Maze Long Kesh Site

The Ulster Aviation Society base of operations and display aircraft can be found in two WWII Aircraft hangars on the Maze Long Kesh Site.

These structures, which are now Scheduled Monuments, were constructed around 1941 and used throughout the war. They currently house approximately 30 notable aircraft in a museum run by the Ulster Aviation Society. This collection is the largest private collection in Ireland.

A Voluntary Association of Aviation Enthusiasts, it was founded in 1968 and is made up of nearly 300 members, including Europe & USA.

Accepted as a charity by Inland Revenue in 1997 they are also an associate member of Northern Ireland Museums Council.

Their Aims and Objectives Include:

 – Public education on aviation–related topics
 – Highlight Northern Irelands aviation heritage
 – Maintain an aviation museum for public benefit
 – Promote the preservation of aircraft and aviation–related artefacts
 – Extensive network of contacts with complementary organisations.

Building on the record-breaking 7200+ visitors during EHOD 2025  – and seen by many as the largest EHOD weekend attraction within NI (having more than quadrupled in size in just 3 years) this years EHOD on 13 September 2026 will raising awareness of the site’s cultural significance and heritage, along with its educational benefit to the community. 

Visit their website at: http://www.ulsteraviationsociety.org