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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Air National Guard

A Colorado Guardsman greets his family upon returning from South Vietnam. About 10,600 Air National Guardsmen were mobilized in 1968 -- 2,000 went to Southeast Asia (with seven killed in action), and another 4,000 served in South Korea or Japan. (U.S. Air Force Photo)

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Airman 1st Class John L. Levitow

Airman 1st Class John Levitow in an AC-47. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Airman 1st Class William F. Pitsenbarger

Sometimes, awards and decorations are presented posthumously. In a ceremony held at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on Dec. 8, 2000, Secretary of the Air Force F. Whitten "Whit" Peters presented the Medal of Honor to the parents, William F. and Alice Pitsenbarger, of Airman 1st Class William F. Pitsenbarger. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Michael E. Ryan (right) and about 1,800 guests attended the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Air-to-Air Combat Over North Vietnam

This Soviet-made, high-altitude helmet was worn by some North Vietnamese MiG-21 pilots during the last two years of the Southeast Asia War. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Air-to-Air Combat Over North Vietnam

This Soviet-made helmet was the type used by most North Vietnamese MiG-21 pilots during the Southeast Asia War. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Air-to-Air Combat Over North Vietnam

North Vietnamese MiG-17 pilots typically wore soft leather flight helmets much like those used by North Korean MiG-15 pilots during the Korean War. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Air-to-Air Combat Over North Vietnam

Col. Robin Olds (left) and Capt. John Stone after OPERATION BOLO. Three other 8th Tactical Fighter Wing officers, 1st Lt. Joseph Hicks, 1st Lt. Ralph Wetterhahn and Maj. James Covington, also worked on planning the mission details. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Alaskan Flight

Gen. Billy Mitchell congratulates Capt. St. Clair Streett upon the return of the first Alaskan flight to the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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Astronaut Bruce McCandless

NASA Astronaut Bruce McCandless became the first person to make an untethered spacewalk during STS-41-B in 1984. (NASA photo)

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Astronaut Clay Anderson

Astronauts like Clay Anderson can float through the space station. (NASA photo)

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Atlantic-Fokker C-2

Atlantic-Fokker C-2 "Bird of Paradise" Lts. Maitland and Hegenberger are congratulated after landing at Wheeler Field. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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B.C. Auchincloss

B.C. Auchincloss. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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B-17 Gunners Uniforms

B-17 gunners wearing bulky sheep-shearling flying clothing to protect against the deadly cold at the altitudes typically flown in Europe -- at 25,000 feet, the temperature could drop below -60 degrees Fahrenheit. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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B-17F Memphis Belle interior view

Interior view of the restored B-17F Memphis Belle. The famed B-17F became the first heavy bomber to return to the US after flying 25 missions over Europe. The Memphis Belle, which had been on loan from the Air Force to the city of Memphis, was relocated to the Museum in 2005, and after years of meticulous restoration, it was placed on public display in May 2018.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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B-17F Memphis Belle interior view

Interior view of the restored B-17F Memphis Belle. The famed B-17F became the first heavy bomber to return to the US after flying 25 missions over Europe. The Memphis Belle, which had been on loan from the Air Force to the city of Memphis, was relocated to the Museum in 2005, and after years of meticulous restoration, it was placed on public display in May 2018.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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B-17F Memphis Belle interior view

Interior view of the restored B-17F Memphis Belle. The famed B-17F became the first heavy bomber to return to the US after flying 25 missions over Europe. The Memphis Belle, which had been on loan from the Air Force to the city of Memphis, was relocated to the Museum in 2005, and after years of meticulous restoration, it was placed on public display in May 2018.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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B-17F Memphis Belle interior view

Interior view of the restored B-17F Memphis Belle. The famed B-17F became the first heavy bomber to return to the US after flying 25 missions over Europe. The Memphis Belle, which had been on loan from the Air Force to the city of Memphis, was relocated to the Museum in 2005, and after years of meticulous restoration, it was placed on public display in May 2018.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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B-17F Memphis Belle interior view

Interior view of the restored B-17F Memphis Belle. The famed B-17F became the first heavy bomber to return to the US after flying 25 missions over Europe. The Memphis Belle, which had been on loan from the Air Force to the city of Memphis, was relocated to the Museum in 2005, and after years of meticulous restoration, it was placed on public display in May 2018.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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B-17F Memphis Belle interior view

Interior view of the restored B-17F Memphis Belle. The famed B-17F became the first heavy bomber to return to the US after flying 25 missions over Europe. The Memphis Belle, which had been on loan from the Air Force to the city of Memphis, was relocated to the Museum in 2005, and after years of meticulous restoration, it was placed on public display in May 2018.(U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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B-17F Memphis Belle interior view

Interior view of the restored B-17F Memphis Belle. The famed B-17F became the first heavy bomber to return to the US after flying 25 missions over Europe. The Memphis Belle, which had been on loan from the Air Force to the city of Memphis, was relocated to the Museum in 2005, and after years of meticulous restoration, it was placed on public display in May 2018.(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.