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Aug. 21, 2024
Public invited to Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo event at National Museum of the US Air Force

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force invites visitors of all ages to come to the Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo Event on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.This event is free and open to the public.On display will be hundreds of unique, scaled model aircraft, locomotives and motor
July 31, 2024
AFMC soars to inspire generations at AirVenture 2024

More than 200 military and civilian Airmen from the Air Force Materiel Command represented the U.S. Air Force at the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture 2024 airshow, July 21-28 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
July 19, 2024
National Museum of the USAF hosts Commemorative Air Force C-47 That’s All Brother

The public is invited to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force to see That’s All Brother, a Douglas C-47 Skytrain presented by the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), July 28 - 31.The aircraft will land on Wright Field, behind the museum, Sunday, July 28 and be on public display through Wednesday,
July 17, 2024
Fall Introduction to Becoming a Pilot class dates announced at National Museum USAF

Registration is now open for fall Introduction to Becoming a Pilot classes at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. This free program is designed to inspire and educate students about a career in aviation.Open to students aged 14-18, Introduction to Becoming a Pilot provides an opportunity to
June 14, 2024
Modelers invited to display at the Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo event at National Museum of the US Air Force

Modeling enthusiasts are invited to display their transportation-related models at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force’s Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo event on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.Participation and display space at this event are free.The Model Expo aims to showcase a
June 12, 2024
Public invited to watch the final inflation of the record-setting Alpha 5 balloon at the National Museum of the US Air Force

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force invites the public to see the final inflation of the Alpha 5 balloon on Saturday, June 22 from 7 – 8 a.m.This event is free and open to the public.In September 2023, American entrepreneur Larry Connor led a team of four U.S. Air Force Pararescue Specialists
May 24, 2024
Free tickets available for Singing Sergeants concert at the National Museum of the USAF

The United States Air Force Band’s Singing Sergeants will perform a free concert featuring a variety of musical favorites at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on June 19 at 3 p.m.The concert will take place in the museum’s Presidential Gallery and last approximately 1 hour.Due to the
May 1, 2024
National Museum of the USAF honors volunteers at annual banquet

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force recently honored its force of more than 400 volunteers at its 42nd Annual Volunteer Appreciation Banquet.Gerard “Jerry” Mongelli of Xenia, Ohio was selected as the 2023 Museum Volunteer of the year for his dedication and excellence in serving the museum and
April 26, 2024
Dinosaurs in Motion exhibition in its final weeks at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

It’s the last opportunity for visitors of all ages to experience Dinosaurs in Motion, an interactive and engaging STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) exhibition, open just two more weeks through May 13, at the National Museum of the U.S. Air ForceDinosaurs in Motion will
April 17, 2024
Applications available for National Museum of the USAF student rocketry team and school grants

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force is seeking applicants for the American Rocketry Challenge (ARC) student rocket team, and for NMUSAF ARC Grants.ARC is the world's largest rocket contest where students design, build and launch rockets to meet a specific goal. This program is well-respected

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Public invited to Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo event at National Museum of the US Air Force

AFMC soars to inspire generations at AirVenture 2024

National Museum of the USAF hosts Commemorative Air Force C-47 That’s All Brother

Fall Introduction to Becoming a Pilot class dates announced at National Museum USAF

Modelers invited to display at the Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo event at National Museum of the US Air Force

Public invited to watch the final inflation of the record-setting Alpha 5 balloon at the National Museum of the US Air Force

Free tickets available for Singing Sergeants concert at the National Museum of the USAF

National Museum of the USAF honors volunteers at annual banquet

Dinosaurs in Motion exhibition in its final weeks at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Applications available for National Museum of the USAF student rocketry team and school grants

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