Airships XR, led by Bedford Creative Arts (BCA), will use Bedford’s aviation heritage, particularly its airship history, to inspire young people and families from diverse backgrounds to explore engineering careers in aviation. Partnering Hyperactive Developments, aviation engineers, and museum curators, the project will create immersive XR (extended reality) experiences. These will highlight Bedford's role in aviation innovation, showcasing technologies like airships and wind tunnels.
Local students will co-create the experiences, which include VR gallery walks, AR trials, and immersive films. The project aims to educate, excite, and connect young people with Bedford’s aviation legacy and future opportunities.
Example digital gallery. Credit Airship Heritage trust