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Stansted’s Aerozone welcomes 25,000th young visitor

London Stansted’s Aerozone education centre has hit a major milestone, welcoming its 25,000th young visitor since opening in 2015.

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The milestone was celebrated with a special aviation-themed event for 30 excited pupils from Forest Hall School in Stansted Mountfitchet, who got a hands-on look at how airports work.

Alex Smith, Education Manager at London Stansted, said: "Seeing young people's faces light up when they learn about aviation is what makes this job special. We're not just teaching them about planes but we're opening their eyes to future careers they might never have considered."

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The Aerozone has proven so popular with local schools that it is now fully booked until next summer. The centre offers children aged 4 to 18 the chance to try aviation-themed science and engineering activities, while learning about how a busy international airport operates behind the scenes.

Jennifer Crossling, Senior Education and Employment Manager at London Stansted, said: "This isn't just about reaching a big number. It’s about the thousands of young people who’ve discovered new possibilities here. Some might become pilots, engineers, or air traffic controllers, others might invent something that changes how we fly."

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The centre’s success is a key part of London Stansted’s wider commitment to supporting education and skills in the local community and inspiring the next generation of aviation professionals.

Marcella M’Rabety, Group Head of Social Sustainability, added: "At London Stansted, we’re passionate about inspiring the next generation of aviation professionals. Through our three dedicated education initiatives - Aerozone, Stansted Airport College in partnership with Harlow College and our Academy - we’re committed to opening doors to exciting careers in aviation, whether that’s through hands-on experiences for kids or specialised training that turns dreams into careers."

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