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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

DAYTON, Ohio -- Following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001, this Skyhawk, tail number N9344L, was the only civilian aircraft authorized to fly in and around New York City on September 12, 2001. This aircraft joined the museum collection on March 13, 2024 (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

DAYTON, Ohio -- Following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001, this Skyhawk, tail number N9344L, was the only civilian aircraft authorized to fly in and around New York City on September 12, 2001. This aircraft joined the museum collection on March 13, 2024 (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

DAYTON, Ohio -- Following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001, this Skyhawk, tail number N9344L, was the only civilian aircraft authorized to fly in and around New York City on September 12, 2001. This aircraft joined the museum collection on March 13, 2024 (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

DAYTON, Ohio -- Following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001, this Skyhawk, tail number N9344L, was the only civilian aircraft authorized to fly in and around New York City on September 12, 2001. This aircraft joined the museum collection on March 13, 2024 (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

DAYTON, Ohio -- Following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001, this Skyhawk, tail number N9344L, was the only civilian aircraft authorized to fly in and around New York City on September 12, 2001. This aircraft joined the museum collection on March 13, 2024 (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

DAYTON, Ohio -- Following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001, this Skyhawk, tail number N9344L, was the only civilian aircraft authorized to fly in and around New York City on September 12, 2001. This aircraft joined the museum collection on March 13, 2024 (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Cessna 172 Skyhawk

DAYTON, Ohio -- Following the Al-Qaeda terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001, this Skyhawk, tail number N9344L, was the only civilian aircraft authorized to fly in and around New York City on September 12, 2001. This aircraft joined the museum collection on March 13, 2024 (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Kettering Model Collection

Curator Jacqueline Heiss from the Collections Division at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force operates an X-ray fluorescence scanner to test for lead paint in model aircraft from the Kettering Model Collection for shipping to the conservation firm ICA in Cleveland, Ohio. After the conservation process has been completed, the 624 model aircraft will be displayed in a new case in the museum's Kettering Hall in the Spring/Summer of 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Kettering Model Collection

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is building a new case for the Kettering Model Collection. Museum personnel cataloged and packed model aircraft from the Kettering Model Collection for shipping to the conservation firm ICA in Cleveland, Ohio. After the conservation process has been completed, the 624 model aircraft will be displayed in the new case in the museum's Kettering Hall in the Spring/Summer of 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees) (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Kettering Model Collection

Curator Jacqueline Heiss, left, and Conservator Jennifer Myers from the Collections Division at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force inspect, catalog and pack model aircraft from the Kettering Model Collection for shipping to the conservation firm ICA in Cleveland, Ohio. After the conservation process has been completed, the 624 model aircraft will be displayed in a new case in the museum's Kettering Hall in the Spring/Summer of 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Kettering Model Collection

Conservator Sarah Gilcrease from the Collections Division at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force inspects, catalogs and packs model aircraft from the Kettering Model Collection for shipping to the conservation firm ICA in Cleveland, Ohio. After the conservation process has been completed, the 624 model aircraft will be displayed in a new case in the museum's Kettering Hall in the Spring/Summer of 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Kettering Model Collection

Conservator Sarah Gilcrease from the Collections Division at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force inspects, catalogs and packs model aircraft from the Kettering Model Collection for shipping to the conservation firm ICA in Cleveland, Ohio. After the conservation process has been completed, the 624 model aircraft will be displayed in a new case in the museum's Kettering Hall in the Spring of 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Kettering Model Collection

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is building a new case for the Kettering Model Collection. Museum personnel cataloged and packed model aircraft from the Kettering Model Collection for shipping to the conservation firm ICA in Cleveland, Ohio. After the conservation process has been completed, the 624 model aircraft will be displayed in the new case in the museum's Kettering Hall in the Spring/Summer of 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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Dinosaurs in Motion

DINOSAURS IN MOTION is FREE and open daily to visitors from Feb. 17 -May 13 and is open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily.

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Read Across America 2024

Read Across America 2024

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Read Across America 2024

Read Across America 2024

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Read Across America 2024

Read Across America 2024

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Read Across America 2024

Read Across America 2024

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Pratt & Whitney J57 Turbojet

DAYTON, Ohio -- Pratt & Whitney J57 Turbojet engine on display in the Cold War Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum's cut-away engine is a YJ57-P-3, the first version to go into production. Rated at only 8,700 pounds of thrust, it served as a prototype for higher-powered engines used in operational B-52s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ken LaRock)

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Pratt & Whitney J57 Turbojet

DAYTON, Ohio -- Pratt & Whitney J57 Turbojet engine on display in the Cold War Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The museum's cut-away engine is a YJ57-P-3, the first version to go into production. Rated at only 8,700 pounds of thrust, it served as a prototype for higher-powered engines used in operational B-52s. (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.