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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Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled

Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled 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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Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled

Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled 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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Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled

Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled 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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Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled

Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled 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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Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled

Northrop “Gee-Whizz” Decelerator Sled 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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Protectors: Cold War Air Police

Protectors: Cold War Air Police. One early difference between the new Air Police and their US Army predecessors was the growing number of Black Air Policemen. The Air Force viewed this as a matter of increasing efficiency.

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Protectors: Cold War Air Police

Protectors: Cold War Air Police. An Air Police flight is inspected prior to being posted at K-47 Air Base in Chunchon, Korea, in 1953.

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Protectors: Cold War Air Police

Protectors: Cold War Air Police display located in the Korean War Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. In 1948, shortly after becoming an independent service, the US Air Force renamed its military police “Air Police.” In the decades that followed, they shaped a new identity specific to the Air Force.

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Protectors: Cold War Air Police

Protectors: Cold War Air Police display located in the Korean War Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. In 1948, shortly after becoming an independent service, the US Air Force renamed its military police “Air Police.” In the decades that followed, they shaped a new identity specific to the Air Force.

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Bendix AN/TPS-1B Search Radar

Bendix AN/TPS-1B Search Radar on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The AN/TPS-1 is a lightweight portable search radar developed during World War II to provide early warning of enemy air attacks.

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Bendix AN/TPS-1B Search Radar

Bendix AN/TPS-1B Search Radar on display in the WWII Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The AN/TPS-1 is a lightweight portable search radar developed during World War II to provide early warning of enemy air attacks.

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Sgt. William Ocker

Sgt. William Ocker was captivated by flight after witnessing early tests by the Wright brothers and became a highly proficient aircraft mechanic and the Army’s third enlisted pilot. This display is in the Early Years Gallery at the National museum of the U.S. Air Force.

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Sgt. William Ocker

Sgt. William Ocker was captivated by flight after witnessing early tests by the Wright brothers and became a highly proficient aircraft mechanic and the Army’s third enlisted pilot. This display is in the Early Years Gallery at the National museum of the U.S. Air Force.

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Sergeant First Class Fred C. Graveline

Sergeant First Class Fred C. Graveline was the first enlisted recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross in 1919 for his actions during WWI. His story is part of the Enlisted Force Exhibit on display in the Early Years Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

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Sergeant First Class Fred C. Graveline

Sergeant First Class Fred C. Graveline was the first enlisted recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross in 1919 for his actions during WWI. His story is part of the Enlisted Force Exhibit on display in the Early Years Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

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Sergeant First Class Fred C. Graveline

Sergeant First Class Fred C. Graveline was the first enlisted recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross in 1919 for his actions during WWI. His story is part of the Enlisted Force Exhibit on display in the Early Years Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.

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FIRST ENLISTED AIRMAN: CORPORAL EDWARD WARD

Copy of the letter assigning Ward to the Aeronautical Division of the Signal Corps(left) and Copy of Edward Ward’s Army discharge for the enlistment period during which he was assigned to the Aeronautical Division of the Signal Corps. He reenlisted the next day and served many years in the Army, retiring in 1930 as a captain in the reserve.

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FIRST ENLISTED AIRMAN: CORPORAL EDWARD WARD

Corporal Eddie Ward, the first enlisted man assigned to aviation duties in the Aeronautical Division of the Signal Corps.

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FIRST ENLISTED AIRMAN: CORPORAL EDWARD WARD

Blouse, shirt, dog tags, and Signal Corps insignia worn by Edward Ward during his military career.

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FIRST ENLISTED AIRMAN: CORPORAL EDWARD WARD

Enlisted Force Exhibit featuring Corporal Edward “Eddie” Ward on display in the Early Years Gallery at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. (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.