Press Room

Welcome to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force online press room. News releases, photographs and fact sheets are now available on our website. For more information, please contact:

Public Affairs Division
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
1100 Spaatz Street
Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433
Phone: (937) 255-1337, (937) 255-1386
Fax: (937) 255-0523

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Korean War Gallery

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Cold War Gallery

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Missile Gallery

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Front view of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in twilight.

First Thursday of each month - Open Late until 8 p.m.

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will be open until 8 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. Look inside a different aircraft each month between 5-8 p.m. The simulators and museum store will remain open until 8 p.m. as well.

Pile of LEGO bricks next to text that reads: LEGO military-themed display; Featuring a replica of the B-17 Memphis Belle.

LEGO Display - November 11-15

A military-themed display made of LEGO® bricks by the Cincy LUG will be on display in the WWII Gallery November 11 - 14, 2020, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and November 15, 2020, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. This display includes replicas of war memorials to include the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and replica aircraft to include an F-15 and the B-17 Memphis Belle.

Picture of SMSgt.(Ret.) Sam Jiles in front of an aircraft.

Plane Talks - November 11

Commemorate Veterans Day by meeting and hearing stories from more than 50 veterans and subject matter experts. These experts will be stationed in the galleries near the aircraft or exhibit that relates to their expertise.

Illustration including a picture of the exhibit panel for the First Woman in the Air Force display. Includes the words: New Exhibit; Women in the Air Force; From Yesterday into Tomorrow; New displays being installed now; Completion in early 2021.

New Exhibit - Women in the Air Force

See the new exhibit titled “Women in the Air Force: From Yesterday into Tomorrow,” which highlights women’s achievements in their civilian and military careers with emphasis on the U.S. Air Force and its predecessors. It is currently being installed in several galleries throughout the museum and will be completed in early 2021.

Picture of two young men flying a flight simulator.

Introduction to Becoming a Pilot - FREE course

Now accepting registration from students ages 14-18 who are interested in taking an introductory course to becoming a pilot. This free two-week course consists of Ground School and training at a flight simulator. Students must be able to attend all 6 classes over the two-week period. Registration is required. Click on the picture for more information.

Overview picture of the Flying the President Exhibit.

Vote for your favorite Air Force One

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has four large Presidential Aircraft that flew eleven U.S. Presidents around the world from 1945 to 1998. Each one is unique and has a remarkable history. Click on the picture to vote for your favorite Air Force One now through November 3, 2020.

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