A group of pupils with visual impairments has been given a chance to experience the world of air travel.

Students from Wensum Trust schools who are either blind or visually impaired were welcomed to KLM UK Engineering's training centre, as part of a partnership between the two organisations.

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The visit saw students who face significant challenges in accessing air travel given the chance to explore an aircraft.

It was designed to help youngsters develop familiarity with the scale and layout of an aircraft, including key safety features, and build confidence should they ever wish to take a flight.

John Milligan, a support worker from Norfolk County Council who accompanied the children, said: "The young people were absolutely buzzing and the things they learned were absolutely invaluable."

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Wayne Easlea, managing director of KLM UK Engineering, said: "An experience like this could truly open the world to them, showing that air travel is not only possible but can also be empowering."

Tom Rolfe, principal of Hellesdon High School, one of the schools involved, said: "What a fantastic opportunity to experience the concept of air travel, which many of us take for granted, in a safe and welcome environment."