National Museum of Naval Aviation
Jan 22, 2020 11:44:43 #
The National Naval Aviation Museum is the world’s largest Naval Aviation museum and one of the most-visited museums in the state of Florida. Share the excitement of Naval Aviation’s rich history and see more than 150 beautifully restored aircraft representing Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Aviation. These historic and one-of-a-kind aircraft are displayed both inside the Museum’s nearly 350,000 square feet of exhibit space and outside on its 37-acre grounds. Beautiful is an understatement...the aircraft are simply beautiful and the place is spotless.
There are so many aircraft its impossible to show or even name them here so here's a small sampling. Like all museums of Aviation, its naturally crowded however its totally indoors. For instance the PB2Y Coronado (the only one in existence) was so large it had to be disassembled and then reassembled in the museum. Also are aircraft flown by or in by both Presidents Nixon & Bush. Aircraft and exhibits are arranged by war theaters from WWI through the Iraq war. There are also numerous exhibits including 3-D showings, flight simulators, space simulators and other attractions for children and adults alike.
Somewhat biased since I was in Naval Aviation for 20+ years, I personally believe this museum is on par, if not better than the Dulles Museum, sans the Space Shuttle and associated space exhibits. If in the area, its an absolute must-visit for all aviation enthusiasts. Even better the admission is free.
There are so many aircraft its impossible to show or even name them here so here's a small sampling. Like all museums of Aviation, its naturally crowded however its totally indoors. For instance the PB2Y Coronado (the only one in existence) was so large it had to be disassembled and then reassembled in the museum. Also are aircraft flown by or in by both Presidents Nixon & Bush. Aircraft and exhibits are arranged by war theaters from WWI through the Iraq war. There are also numerous exhibits including 3-D showings, flight simulators, space simulators and other attractions for children and adults alike.
Somewhat biased since I was in Naval Aviation for 20+ years, I personally believe this museum is on par, if not better than the Dulles Museum, sans the Space Shuttle and associated space exhibits. If in the area, its an absolute must-visit for all aviation enthusiasts. Even better the admission is free.
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NC-4
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P-40 Warhawk
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ME-262
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President Nixon's Marine One
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President Bush's S-3 he used in the Iraq War
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PB2Y Coronado
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kpmac wrote:
Very nice set. I would love to go there.
It was cold, cold, cold, glad everything was inside....hope you get to go sometime, its worth it kpmac
Jan 22, 2020 12:06:44 #
Jan 22, 2020 12:12:53 #
Nice set!
One of my favorite places to go when the tourist traffic is at a minimum. It is so unique that you can find new things every time you visit.
One of my favorite places to go when the tourist traffic is at a minimum. It is so unique that you can find new things every time you visit.
Jan 22, 2020 12:19:49 #
johngault007 wrote:
Nice set!
One of my favorite places to go when the tourist traffic is at a minimum. It is so unique that you can find new things every time you visit.
One of my favorite places to go when the tourist traffic is at a minimum. It is so unique that you can find new things every time you visit.
So true John, lots to see & do.Jan 22, 2020 12:20:18 #
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Bob Smith wrote:
Good set, some rare birds there.
Thanks Bob, so very true. The NC-4 shown is the actual bird of the three that started that made the original Translant.
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Jan 22, 2020 14:05:48 #
Great Photos. In Tucson, we have the Pima Air & Space Museum which houses over 350 vintage planes. So if you ever get this way, you may want to check this out.
Jan 22, 2020 14:15:08 #
Blaster
I'm not sure if you are still in the area, but Fort Barrancas is maybe a half mile down the road from the Air Museum and is a pretty neat place that doesn't take a lot of time to visit. It's part of the Pensacola Bay defense system (Fort(s) Barrancas, Pickens, McRee).
I'm not sure if you are still in the area, but Fort Barrancas is maybe a half mile down the road from the Air Museum and is a pretty neat place that doesn't take a lot of time to visit. It's part of the Pensacola Bay defense system (Fort(s) Barrancas, Pickens, McRee).
Jan 22, 2020 14:16:58 #
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