National Museum of the United States Air Force™

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DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Museum Buildings

DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Museum Buildings

DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Museum Buildings

DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Museum Buildings

DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Museum Buildings

DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Museum Buildings

DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Museum Buildings

DAYTON, Ohio (11/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock, pilot Matt Kiefer)

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Fourth Building Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- The fourth building ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 8, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. (From left to right) Museum visitors Katherine Caillovet and Andre Sonntag, Deputy Director/Senior Curator, Ms. Krista Strider, Director of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Lt. Gen.(Ret.) Jack Hudson, Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc. Chairman, Board of Trustees, Philip L. Soucy, Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc. former Chairman, Ms. Fran Duntz, Lt. Gen.(Ret.) Richard Reynolds, Mr. Charles Faruki, and Mr. Dan Sadlier. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Fourth Building Grand Opening Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- The fourth building grand opening ceremony for the new 224,000 square foot building was held on June 7, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James gave her comments about the museum's expansion. (U.S Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Fourth Building Grand Opening Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- The fourth building grand opening ceremony for the new 224,000 square foot building was held on June 7, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Gen. Mark A. Welsh III gave his comments about the museum's expansion. (U.S Air Force photo by Scott Ash)

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Fourth Building Grand Opening Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- The fourth building grand opening ceremony for the new 224,000 square foot building was held on June 7, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. (From left to right) Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James, Congressman Mike Turner, Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc. Chairman, Board of Trustees, Philip L. Soucy, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Gen. Mark A. Welsh III, and the Director of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Lt. Gen.(Ret.) Jack Hudson. (U.S Air Force photo by Scott Ash)

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Fourth Building Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- The fourth building ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 8, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. (From left to right) Museum visitors Katherine Caillovet and Andre Sonntag, Deputy Director/Senior Curator, Ms. Krista Strider, Director of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Lt. Gen.(Ret.) Jack Hudson, Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc. Chairman, Board of Trustees, Philip L. Soucy, Air Force Museum Foundation, Inc. former Chairman, Ms. Fran Duntz, Lt. Gen.(Ret.) Richard Reynolds, Mr. Charles Faruki, and Mr. Dan Sadlier. (U.S. Air Force photo by Don Popp)

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Fourth Building Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- Crowds line up for the fourth building ribbon cutting ceremony held on June 8, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Fourth Building Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- The fourth building ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 8, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Here crowds enter into the new building to see four new galleries which feature 10 presidential aircraft, a world-class collection of flight test aircraft, along with the Space Shuttle Exhibit and huge cargo aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Don Popp)

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Fourth Building Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

DAYTON, Ohio -- The fourth building ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 8, 2016 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Here crowds enter into the new building to see four new galleries which feature 10 presidential aircraft, a world-class collection of flight test aircraft, along with the Space Shuttle Exhibit and huge cargo aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Global Reach Gallery

Entrance to the Global Reach Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Fourth Building Gallery View

DAYTON, Ohio - An overhead view of the Research and Development Gallery, and the Space Gallery in the fourth building at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Historic Museum Building

DAYTON, Ohio (06/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jim Copes)

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National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

DAYTON, Ohio (06/2016) -- Aerial view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum collects, researches, conserves, interprets and presents the Air Force's history, heritage and traditions, as well as today's mission to fly, fight and win...in Air, Space and Cyberspace to a global audience through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jim Copes)

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Screening at Entrance
All visitors may be screened with a metal detector upon entry. In addition all bags are subject to search and may be placed through an X-Ray machine. Weapons are not permitted including pocket knives and firearms, to include conceal carry and other dangerous weapons.
Prohibited Items
Prohibited Items:
- Firearms*
- Knives
- Box cutters
- Food and Soda Drinks
- Alcohol
- Coolers

* Firearms, to include conceal carry and other dangerous weapons, are specifically prohibited in Federal facilities in accordance with 18 USC §930 (c)

Permitted Items:
- Water bottles (clear, sealed bottle, up to 20 oz.)
- Purses
- Camera bags
- Diaper bags
- Strollers
- Service animals

Please note the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is not responsible for items left in vehicles.
Click here for frequently asked questions regarding items permitted inside the museum.
Visitor Photography Notice
Notice: Visitors may be filmed, photographed or recorded by the U.S. Air Force for educational and promotional uses, including for posting on public websites and social media.
Individuals are permitted to take their own photographs or videos while touring the museum.