Iconic Airbus Beluga Aircraft to Become STEM Centre at Broughton

Iconic Airbus Beluga aircraft to become STEM centre at Broughton

One of Airbus’ BelugaST aircraft will be rehomed at Broughton and transformed into a Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths support facility. The aircraft touched down in Broughton last week after completing its final flight from Bordeaux, marking the end of a 30-year career supporting Airbus’ industrial operations. First launched in 1994, the BelugaST fleet has […]

Beluga's Grand Finale - Airbus Icon Transforms into North Wales STEM Powerhouse

Your Page Title London, February 1 - The iconic Airbus Beluga Super Transporter, one of the most recognizable aircraft in aviation history, has completed its final flight and retired to Airbus' Broughton facility in North Wales. On January 29, 2026, the BelugaST number 5 (registration F-GSTF), the youngest of the five A300-600ST airframes, touched down at Hawarden Airport adjacent to the Broughton site after a last journey from Bordeaux, France.…