Sibson Aerodrome, located in Cambridgeshire, England, was established in 1930 as the Peterborough and District Aero Club. Initially a small flying club, it quickly gained attention for its strategic location and suitable airfield.
During World War II, Sibson Aerodrome played a crucial role as a training base for the Royal Air Force (RAF). It became home to several RAF squadrons, serving as a training ground for pilots and operational exercises. Following the war, Sibson Aerodrome transitioned to civilian ownership and refocused on recreational flying. It became a popular destination for private pilots and flying clubs, offering facilities for flight training, leisure flying, and aircraft maintenance.
Over the years, Sibson Aerodrome expanded its infrastructure to meet the needs of the aviation industry. Modern hangars and improved runway lighting were introduced to the aerodrome. Additionally, it became renowned for hosting aviation events and airshows, attracting a significant number of spectators.
Today, Sibson Aerodrome continues to thrive as a center for general aviation and is home to the UK Parachuting Skydiving Centre and the Peterborough Flying School.
Sibson Aerodrome has been accurately recreated by Burning Blue Design undertaking on-site visits, and ensuring the highest levels of accuracy. It features:
- Over 100 custom 3D objects each with full Physical Based Rendering (PBR) textures
- Up-to-date layout with accurate runways, taxiways with custom runway lights and taxi signs
- Detailed hangar interiors with working animated hangar doors
- Highly detailed cafe interior
- Completely custom windsock and dynamic animated flags
- Real-life static aircraft based at Sibson:
- Cessna 208B Grand Caravan (G-UKPA)
- Cessna A150 (G-HIVE and G-BAEP)
- Icarus C42 (G-CJAP)
- Full night lighting and dynamic weather compatibility
- Enhanced high-resolution color-corrected ground texture
