National Museum of the United States Air Force™

In support of an official event

The Museum will be closed Sunday, May 25
In addition, the Fourth Hangar will be closed Saturday, May 24

Access to the Presidential Gallery will be limited from May 15 to June 5

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Ryan X-13 Vertijet

Dayton, Ohio -- Ryan X-13 Vertijet on display in the R&D Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The X-13 was built to prove the concept that a jet could take off vertically, transition to horizontal flight, and return to vertical flight for landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Ryan X-13 Vertijet

Dayton, Ohio -- Ryan X-13 Vertijet on display in the R&D Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The X-13 was built to prove the concept that a jet could take off vertically, transition to horizontal flight, and return to vertical flight for landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar

Dayton, Ohio -- Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar on display in the R&D Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The Avrocar was the result of a Canadian effort to develop a supersonic, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter-bomber in the early 1950s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar

Dayton, Ohio -- Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar on display in the R&D Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The Avrocar was the result of a Canadian effort to develop a supersonic, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter-bomber in the early 1950s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar

Dayton, Ohio -- Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar on display in the R&D Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The Avrocar was the result of a Canadian effort to develop a supersonic, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter-bomber in the early 1950s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar

Dayton, Ohio -- Avro Canada VZ-9AV Avrocar on display in the R&D Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The Avrocar was the result of a Canadian effort to develop a supersonic, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) fighter-bomber in the early 1950s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force(2019). Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- National Museum of the U.S. Air Force curator of conservation, Jennifer Myers, installs artifacts in the Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case which is on display in the WWII Gallery. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- National Museum of the U.S. Air Force curator of conservation, Jennifer Myers, installs artifacts in the Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case which is on display in the WWII Gallery. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- National Museum of the U.S. Air Force curator Brett Stolle and curator of conservation, Jennifer Myers, install artifacts in the Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case which is on display in the WWII Gallery. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- National Museum of the U.S. Air Force curator Brett Stolle installs artifacts in the Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case which is on display in the WWII Gallery. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific

DAYTON, Ohio -- Eddie Rickenbacker Adrift in the Pacific exhibit case on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Artifacts on display range from a survival vest, boots, fishing gear, pieces of the life rafts and Rickenbacker's hat which was used to bail water from the raft and catch rainwater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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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.