They have some very nice planes, This is self pace tour, you can stay as long as you like, they had some chairs in front of some plans where you could sit and relax dream about flying.The cost is $10 free parking
My 12 year old son, now 14, went to the museum for one week to learn about flying and then at the end of the week, was able to go on a plane ride at the local airport. It was very interesting and special. I would highly recommend to anyone to take the time to go to this museum and look at all of the planes that they have, including one that was special built and never flown.
This museum is a jewel. It is a bit hard to find and winter hours are a challenge so call first. There are a huge number of Beechcraft dating back to some of the first in the 1920s. Good area on avaition history as well. This is good for adults and famliies but not for very young kids. A unique muesum in a quiet relaxing spot.
Awesome aviation history in a town known for its contribution to aviation. Lots to do locally also. Next to my hometown Shelbyville if you happen to love walking horses. Jack Daniels distillery also close by. Plenty to see and do in this area.
Often, an aircraft museum that is on an airport can be someone's private collection that is maybe interesting, but often appears to be an attempt to qualify the aircraft as more than "toys". The Beechcraft Heritage Museum is nothing like that! It is a top of the line, complete collection, in a beautiful setting. From the beginnings, with the Travel Air, to the collections of Bonanzas, there is something for all. The Staggerwing in bare form, with all it's wood exposed, is amazing. The twin Beech hangar is full of great airplanes. The memorabilia, personal artifacts, aircraft plans, pictures, etc is more than you would expect. Plan enough time to see and absorb it all...or make it a two day stop.
The Beechcraft Heritage Museum in Tullahoma is an unexpected jewel. Wade McNabb, the curator, is exceptionally well versed in the Beechcraft history. The planes on display are very well presented and there is plenty of room to walk clear around most and photograph to your heart's content. If you are in the area, it's worth a visit.
the Beechcraft Museum is a must for anyone who enjoys aviation. The amount of Beechcraft history here is fantastic. Walter Beech would have been proud of what they have accomplished here. Currently they are remodeling one of the hangers so some of the artifacts were out of their displays but it was still a great stop to check out. The museum itself is in several hangers and there is a lot of walking but well worth it. It was interesting to see several of the first production models of several different Beech aircraft. Keep up the great efforts on the museum!
A wonderful collection of unique aircraft! The "Stagger Wings" are beautiful and are so well preserved you'd expect them all to roll out of the hanger and take to a climb out at any moment (and several of the airplanes are airworthy!) . Many other artifacts and pictures. I have to commend curators, staff and volunteers for well a supported and well funded museum! Don't miss the chance to visit and support this museum.Even if you are not interested in airplanes specifically these aircraft are true works of art.The signs around town are a little difficult to navigate but the museum is located on the south side of the airport.
Being an airline pilot and having flown many of the Beech series aircraft while making my way thru my career, this was a great experience and the condition as well as the layout of this attraction is wonderful. it well worth stopping into visit.
Beechcraft makes amazing airplanes. See some of their best examples from a large collection of staggerwings to a starship. They have several Bonanzas that are members of the earth rounder's society