Let the kids enjoy Disney, while you do something enjoyable.A wonderful time spent grovelling over a good selection of veteran and vintage aircraft. With 3 hangers to hunt through and plenty of variety in each you're never bored. One hanger is full of projects in differing stages of completeness.A visit on flying days must be something to behold, however, I recommend you put aside at least 3 hours just to see the static display.
I have been to aviation museums (like the Air and Space Museum in DC) and this one was a real treat. It was really nice getting right up to the planes where normally you are a distance from them. The volunteers giving tours was a nice touch also.
I'd read about this place but almost didn't go as it was out of my way. The lesson is the best things always are. This place is fantastic! When I got there, a Douglas A4 Skyhawk was running up before going for a test. The hangers were full of aircraft and men fixing them who were delighted to stop and talk. You get to see and touch the aircraft here, no velvet ropes or barriers, just the smell of hard work and old arose planes. I spent several hours that just flew by, talking with people passionate about the aircraft they cared for, their lives, and the mueseum. Special thanks to Jack who made all the time in the world. The shame was I had to leave, made worse that I won't be here for the air show in March (13,14 &15). Thoroughly recommended even if your not into aviation. This one is now in my personal top ten.
This is one of the coolest air museums that we have encountered. It is located in the Cape Canaveral area and has 3 large hangers of planes. We were given a tour of the museum (free with admission) and the guide was excellent with his knowledge of aircraft and their part in history. We even got to go into the hanger where they were restoring several vintage aircraft for flight. While there, they actually started up one of the vintage aircraft and moved it out on to the tarmac. Real treat. Spent about 2 hours just touring the museum.
I thought there'd be a few old planes and little else. I was wrong. They have an extensive array of aircraft and more in restoration. The store is full of goodies and the people supporting are knowledgeable and great to talk to.
The museum had many displays of things of different eras of history. If you like planes you would enjoy seeing the various types they have there. Many of they planes are being restored, for future use.They have an air show in March. I think that would be fun to see. They are off the beaten path, and they are a little pricey, but it was worth the trip once.
Large collection of military aircraft, most of which have been lovingly restored to near perfect condition. Many of them are in flying condition including a C47, an F86 and an WWI bi-wing SPAD. If you like military aircraft, this place is a must see.
Amazing collection of airplanes, especially the Vietnam era planes. Nice displays, also. Some of the planes are still fly-able. Definitely worth a visit if you are a pilot, veteran or flying aficionado. There is a price discount for veterans.
Like: excellent vintage airplanes, well-maintained and very knowledgeable volunteers, good gift shop, annual show is excellent, good value for money. Dislike: if you attend an all day show, you can't leave to go elsewhere for lunch even when their lunchroom is busy with no tables or even if you only want to go to the other restaurant on airport.
We had been told by relatives that we should see the museum so we decided to visit. It was amazing. They are restoring the Tico Belle and it was so fascinating to watch. There is so much to see and the volunteers will answer any questions you have plus give you more than you can remember. It was so educational and so much to see that we could have stayed longer. Even if you are not into aircraft, you will find this museum exciting and full of nostalgia.