Last month, we donated our resources, collaboratively with Kings Haulage, to assist the RAF Manston History Museum in the haulage of aircraft parts. The elements, weighing tons, were lifted from the Kings Haulage vehicles using DDS Building Supplies’ hiab – our team employed a controlled, rigorously monitored method, to ensure preservation of the condition of the aircraft members – including wings and engines. The unique exhibition is due to be publicly displayed within the museum from April 2026.
Located on the former airfield of RAF Manston, the Manston History Museum occupies one of the oldest buildings still extant from 1916 – the former Royal Naval Air Service Manston. Completely self-sufficient, the museum has expanded since 1986, to approximately 100 members.
The museum traces back to its origins, showcasing the long and varied history of Manston: from First World War training equipment, through to recovered trench items and historic aircraft, including engines, cockpits and ejection seats. Through each recovered piece displayed within the exhibition, a genuine story of history is told, from World War 1 guns and munitions to Operation Black Buck memorabilia.