You can see a lot of aircrafts here,some of them you can visit.The main reason to go there could be CONCORDE.There are two of them place face to face,you can visit them,it is a nice experience.There is another one exposed at ROISSY CHARLES DE GAULLE,one is at BLAGNAC at TOULOUSE AIRPORT,and one I think is in LONDON.
If you have some spare time and even a remote interest in aviation, this is one of the world's most iconic museums. The collection is huge and covers everything from the dawn of flight through to spacecraft. The French have always been at the front edge of aviation and there are some amazing prototypes and Cold War 'good ideas' on display. If you've ever flown a twin, have a look at the 'assymetric special' with jet engines mounted on the wing tips...what could possibly go wrong. If you're more than slightly into flying, plan a few days.
They have some beautiful aircraft, especially early ones. All the exhibits are cordoned off so you cannot get very close. Most aircraft you can't even see the cockpit, controls or gueages. Even in the walk through Concord and Boeing 747, you can barely see the cockpit, they could have made the plexi wall go into the cockpit more like the German museum of technology. Cool thing is that they did cut always of several vehicles that allowed you to see how it was constructed and wired (747 and rocket).
A short drive from the CDG airport, Paris, hop into this Museum to spend at least half-a-day. That will be time well-spent. There is display of Aircrafts from their birth years in 1900, fighter planes during World war, Civilian plane, Concorde, which you can view from inside and Rocket standing on the ground. Kids will enjoy it and adults will love it..
This is a must if You like Aeroplanes. Lots of old stuff, rare WWII planes, few unique French constructions. There is also a hall all about Space flights, with Arianne, Sputnik and so on. Basically it is free to enter, You only pay few Euros for entering B747, C47, Concorde and Super Frelon - definitely worth spending. The stuff is very friendly and helpful, everyone speaks English. You should consider 4-6 hours to see everything in detail.The only drawback I was able to find - every hall except 'Space' has writings in French only.
i've been to several Air Museums , and i have to say this is among one of the better ones.The exhibits are very logically laid out and well spaced with informative plaques in front of them. You can view for the bottom or the top, which is a nice feature to be able to get the top and look down. everything from Balloons, to the early days of flight to the modern era are all therethe static displays are also wonderful, the cutaway of the 747 is amazing to be able to see the work hidden behind the panels and the cargo bay is wonderful. Also two of the ESA's Arine rockets are there for their static displays. it is very refreshing to see aviation from the french point of view as the french have added a lot to the aviation word a lot of care has been put into this placeThe only issue is getting there, which is odd for Paris its normally easier to get to places. You can take the Metro to the bus ( i forget which ones i'm sorry ) or the 350 bus. both require a little walking afterwards. I got lucky and family drove me
Attended with my wife and 2 children. The museum is easy to get to from Paris (train & bus no. 152 approx 1 block from train station. The museum is fantastic and full of all things aeronautical from bat wing designed fabric planes to rockets designed for deploying sattelites. There is ex commercial and military aircraft including a 747, Heinkel bomber and concordes.Great place for the kids to learn about the history of flight. If you have an interest in aircraft do not miss this museum.
I had a spare day during a recent trip in the Paris area. I have visited many aircraft museums in the world and this ranks as one of the best. During a visit of 3 hours I saw close to 80 aircraft plus several space machines-- rockets, capsules, satellites. I would have spent longer than 3 hours but the weather was very cold and, as there are several exhibits outside, I did not spend too long outside in the cold. That said, there are several gems here which are very interesting. The collection had two hangers closed when I was there, so I missed the prototype collection, but I will see it next time. Apparently the collection types are swapped around frequently, so you can see different aircraft on different visits. It is a good day out and, surprisingly, it is free entry!On the negative side, it could do with a regular coffee shop. It does have a restaurant, but it is a sit down affair and closes at 2.00pm. If you just want to stop for a quick tea or coffee then no chance!Nevertheless a well worth visit.
The romance of flight is what this museum is all about. A bit far out, at Bourget, it takes a bit more than an hour by two metro changes and a long bus ride to reach it, but worth the effort.The French bus drivers are a patient lot, accepting cash and returning change. The museum thrills with its collection of planes dating back to pre world war 1, early bicycle models, wright brothers' replicas, workshops of the plane makers and designers.Helicopters of every kind, suspended from ceilings, standing on the floor, children will love the place. The highlight is the Concordes, the Jumbo Jet and The Ariane rockets. One can see inside the big planes, make sure to have your museum pass, otherwise you pay extra.Lunch is served in a delightful cafe called L'helis overlooking the airfield.
We've been to some great space museums in the USA, this one was like starter level. As for the aircraft, it could have been great if one could have seen inside the aircraft outdoors…..but they are simply parked and deteriorating. The collection inside is better and far more interesting…..if not for that the entire place would be ratted "Poor" by me…but indoor collection saves the day. Space exhibit boring…..outdoors worth one hour at the most…..certainly with a visit but 2-3 hours maximum unless you really are an enthusiast.