Christmas & New Year Opening Hours
Please find below our Christmas and New Year opening hours for each Aviation Retail Direct location. We recommend checking before travelling, as hours differ by branch.
Hillingdon | Heathrow | Waterside
| Date | Hillingdon | Heathrow | Waterside |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 24th | 9:00am – 4:00pm | 10:00am – 4:00pm | 10:00am – 4:00pm |
| Thursday 25th (Christmas Day) | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Friday 26th (Boxing Day) | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Saturday 27th | 9:00am – 6:00pm | 10:00am – 5:00pm | — |
| Sunday 28th | Closed | 10:00am – 5:00pm | — |
| Monday 29th | 9:00am – 6:00pm | 10:00am – 5:00pm | — |
| Tuesday 30th | 9:00am – 6:00pm | 10:00am – 5:00pm | Closed |
| Wednesday 31st (New Year’s Eve) | 9:00am – 4:00pm | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Closed |
| Thursday 1st (New Year’s Day) | Closed | 10:00am – 5:00pm | Closed |
| Friday 2nd | 9:00am – 6:00pm | 10:00am – 5:00pm | — |
| Saturday 3rd | 9:00am – 6:00pm | 10:00am – 5:00pm | — |
About Aviation Retail Direct
Aviation Retail Direct is Heathrow Airport’s only professional aviation retail outlet dedicated exclusively to aircraft. Aviation is not just part of what we do—it is our sole focus. This allows us to give complete attention to aviation-related products, delivering exceptional expertise, detail, and customer care.
Our website is widely regarded as one of the most up-to-date aviation retail platforms available, offering:
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fair and competitive pricing
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an unrivalled range of aviation merchandise
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intuitive product categories and search tools
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high-quality imagery and detailed product descriptions
ARD Membership Club
The Aviation Retail Direct Membership Club is one of the fastest-growing clubs in the aviation retail world. For just £10 per year, members enjoy:
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a minimum 10% discount on all purchases
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regular email newsletters featuring new and forthcoming models and books
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access to special offers and exclusive discount days
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priority information on limited and rare releases
Membership offers exceptional value for both collectors and enthusiasts alike.
If you’re searching for a specific aircraft model, we can often arrange a bespoke commission, produced in the colours and aircraft type of your choice. Our specialist model makers are among the best in the world, offering expertly hand-painted custom models for serious collectors. Please contact Ronnie@aviationretaildirect.com
Aviation Publishing
In addition to models, we also publish civil and military aviation reference books for enthusiasts and professionals. Our titles include respected works such as:
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World Airline Registrations
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World Air Forces Directory
Worldwide Mail Order
Our extensive global mail-order operation dispatches hundreds of parcels every week, supplying aviation enthusiasts and collectors around the world with speed, care, and reliability.
Visit Us
ARD Hillingdon
10–12 Sutton Court Road
Hillingdon, UB10 9HP
Phone: 01895 231 707
Email: sales@aviationretaildirect.com
Opening Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Closed Sundays
Closed on Easter Friday, Sunday, and Monday
Heathrow Branch
Heathrow Academy (former Visitor Centre)
Aviation Shop, Newall Road
London Heathrow Airport, TW6 2AP
Phone: 020 8759 8759
Email: heathrow@aviationretaildirect.com
Opening Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Open all 7 days during Easter
Pay & Display parking available