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210922-F-AU145-1009

Interior view of the Beech AT-10 Wichita cockpit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. Beech Aircraft designed the advanced, multi-engine trainer that could be easily manufactured on a large scale. To conserve scarce metals needed for combat aircraft, Beech built the airframe out of plywood with only the engine cowlings and cockpit enclosure constructed of aluminum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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210922-F-AU145-1005

Interior view of the Beech AT-10 Wichita cockpit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. Beech Aircraft designed the advanced, multi-engine trainer that could be easily manufactured on a large scale. To conserve scarce metals needed for combat aircraft, Beech built the airframe out of plywood with only the engine cowlings and cockpit enclosure constructed of aluminum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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210922-F-AU145-1003

Interior view of the Beech AT-10 Wichita cockpit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. Beech Aircraft designed the advanced, multi-engine trainer that could be easily manufactured on a large scale. To conserve scarce metals needed for combat aircraft, Beech built the airframe out of plywood with only the engine cowlings and cockpit enclosure constructed of aluminum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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210922-F-AU145-1052

Interior view of the Beech AT-10 Wichita cockpit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. Beech Aircraft designed the advanced, multi-engine trainer that could be easily manufactured on a large scale. To conserve scarce metals needed for combat aircraft, Beech built the airframe out of plywood with only the engine cowlings and cockpit enclosure constructed of aluminum. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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210921-F-AU145-2007

Interior views of the Macchi MC.200 Saetta cockpit at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. Developed in the mid-1930s for the Regia Aeronautica (Italian Royal Air Force), the Saetta was one of its principal fighters during World War II. The prototype made its first flight in December 1937, and by Italy's entry into WWII in June 1940, some 156 were in service. A total of 1,151 were produced. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe

Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. The Me 262A on display was brought to the United States from Germany in July 1945 for flight evaluation. Restored by the 96th Mobile Maintenance Squadron, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas, in 1976-1979, it is painted without operational unit markings as an aircraft that has just left the production line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe

Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. The Me 262A on display was brought to the United States from Germany in July 1945 for flight evaluation. Restored by the 96th Mobile Maintenance Squadron, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas, in 1976-1979, it is painted without operational unit markings as an aircraft that has just left the production line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe

Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. The Me 262A on display was brought to the United States from Germany in July 1945 for flight evaluation. Restored by the 96th Mobile Maintenance Squadron, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas, in 1976-1979, it is painted without operational unit markings as an aircraft that has just left the production line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe

Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force World War II Gallery. The Me 262A on display was brought to the United States from Germany in July 1945 for flight evaluation. Restored by the 96th Mobile Maintenance Squadron, Kelly Air Force Base, Texas, in 1976-1979, it is painted without operational unit markings as an aircraft that has just left the production line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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North American X-15A-2

Cockpit view of the North American X-15A-2 on display in the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Space Gallery. The X-15 was an important tool for developing spaceflight in the 1960s, and pilots flying above 50 miles altitude in the X-15 earned astronaut wings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Interior view of the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Interior view of the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Interior view of the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Aerial refueling boom operator's position in the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Aerial refueling boom operator's position in the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Aerial refueling boom operator's position in the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Interior view of the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Aerial refueling boom operator's position in the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Aerial refueling boom operator's position in the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter

Interior view of the Boeing KC-97L Stratofreighter on display in the Cold War Gallery of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. A cargo version of the B-29, The C-97 Stratofreighter first flew in 1944. Boeing introduced the tanker version KC-97 with the flying boom refueling system in 1950. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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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.