Five-star flight
The National Museum of Flight is celebrating its new status as a
five-star visitor attraction.
The award under the VisitScotland Quality Assurance
Scheme, recognises the recent significant developmenst at the
historic East Fortune airfield: the Fantastic Flight, Fortunes of War, The Jet
Age and Parachute Store exhibitions,
together with the Airfield Explorer, new assault course and
enhancement to the shop, cafe and signage have helped gain the
sought-after fifth star.
Grant Mackenzie, General Manager, says:
"Our continous efforts to improve every aspect of our operations
has led to the Museum achieving consistently positive feedback from
visitors. It is fantastic to get official recognition from
VisitScotland of the high standards we have established."
VisitScotland called the Museum "an asset for Scotland"
commenting that it represented tremendous value for money for
visitors, thanks to the range of exhibitions and activities on
offer. The consistently high levels of visitor care were also
praised.
Grant concludes:
"Credit must go to all our Visitor Operations staff. Their
team spirit, together with their continued hard work and passion
for the Museum has added significantly to the whole visitor
experience."