New Haggerston Flight Station
Location : West of Haggerston Village
OS Ref : NU 022 426
New Haggerston was a World War One home defence flight station used by 77(HD)Sqn. It became operational in October 1916, originally occupying 75 acres of land measuring 600 x 600 yards. This was increased over time to finally occupy 166 acres (730 x 730 yards). After 77(HD)Sqn departed, it continued as a 2nd class landing ground for the squadron.
In May 1918, it became a Marine operations station for 256Sqn (526 Flt), two Bessonneau hangars provided the only shelter. Relinquishment of the station was notified on 6th November 1919 and confirmed 22nd January 1920.
| Unit | Arrived From | Arrival Date | Dept Date | Departed To | Aircraft |
| 77(HD)Sqn B Flt |
(Formed with HQ at Edinburgh) | 16/10/1916 | 11/1916 | (Re-designated C Flt) | BE.2c / BE.2e, BE.12 |
| 77(HD)Sqn C Flt |
(B Flt re-designated) | 11/1916 | 10/08/1917 | Penston | BE.2c / BE.2e, BE.12 |
| 256Sqn 526 Flt |
(Formed with HQ at Belford) | 30/05/1918 | 05/1919 | Killingholme (as a Cadre) | DH.6 |