Historic UK Airport Reopens After 67 Years

A UK airport has reopened after 67 years.

Croydon Airport is open again after being closed for 67 years. It was the UK's main international airport before it shut down in 1959.

Last month, people visited Croydon Airport for the first time in a long time. Now, it is a museum where people can visit the old terminal. The airport first opened in 1920 and was important for flying after World War 1.

The airport is famous for the 'Mayday' call. In 1923, a radio officer made the phrase 'Mayday, Mayday, Mayday'. It means 'help me' in French.

The 'Mayday' phrase was approved for use in emergencies.

An old UK airport is open again after 67 years.

Croydon Airport first opened in 1920 and was important for flying after World War 1.

In 1924, the UK said it would use 'Mayday' in emergencies.

The 'Mayday' phrase was adopted internationally in 1927. It still helps save lives today.

The airport is where the 'Mayday' call started.

Croydon Airport closed in 1959 because it was too small for big planes.

People who visited the museum said it was very interesting.

One visitor said they didn't know how important Croydon Airport was before.

A visitor was surprised by how well the old building was preserved. They think people who like flying or history should visit.

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