National Museum of the United States Air Force™

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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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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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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 for 21 Days

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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Reds Caravan to visit National Museum U.S. Air Force

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have the opportunity to meet members of the Cincinnati Reds organization on Jan. 28 from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

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Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled

Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled exhibit on display in the R&D Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. This vehicle was developed to test the effect of deceleration forces on humans and related equipment as encountered in aircraft crashes, ditching, rocket-powered seat ejections and parachute-opening shocks.(U.S. Air Force photo)

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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.