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Aug. 5, 2020
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force to add new 'Flying the President' exhibit

A new exhibit titled “Flying the President,” which features memorabilia flown aboard Air Force One from the FDR to Trump administrations is scheduled to open on Aug. 7 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.One of the most important missions of the United States Air Force is to provide fast,
July 7, 2020
National Museum USAF adds new GPS and DSP Satellite Exhibit

New exhibits detailing the Air Force’s involvement in managing Global Positioning System (GPS) and using Defense Support Program satellites are now on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.Originating in the early 1960s as a military navigation and missile targeting tool, GPS is
June 17, 2020
Million Piece Mission jigsaw features National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Air Force Recruiting Service joined the trend of virtual jigsaw puzzles with the launch of an online challenge of piecing together a 1.03 gigapixel image from the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.“We are always looking for innovative ways to inspire and engage with the American public,” said
June 16, 2020
New exhibits, enhanced outreach mark aviation museum’s ongoing mission

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- David Tillotson III has served as director of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, since November 2018. As such, he manages nearly 1 million square feet of exhibit space with more than 350 aerospace vehicles and
June 11, 2020
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force to reopen July 1

After temporarily closing on March 15 to protect the health and safety of visitors, staff and volunteers, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, along with the National Aviation Hall of Fame, will officially reopen to the public on July 1.While the museum is excited to reopen, our top priority
April 13, 2020
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force expands virtual experience

Being temporarily closed as a public health precaution in relation to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has not stopped the National Museum of the United States Air Force from sharing the Air Force story with online visitors from around the world.In addition to continuing its heritage stewardship duties, the
Feb. 25, 2020
See inside the SR-71 cockpit; learn about the U-2, former reconnaissance satellites and more during 'Secrets Revealed' event March 7-8 at National Museum USAF

Learn about the Air Force’s perspective on the SR-71 “Blackbird,” U-2 “Dragon Lady,” Hexagon and Gambit reconnaissance satellites, and more during an event titled “Secrets Revealed,” March 7-8 at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.The event, which is scheduled from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 pm on
Feb. 18, 2020
X-1 Mustang now on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

An X-1 Mustang named after the first aircraft to break the speed of sound is now on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. The Mustang was one of two custom-built cars commissioned by the Air Force Recruiting Service in 2009 for its Project Supercar recruiting campaign.Built by Galpin
Feb. 13, 2020
Micro Drone Race to take place at National Museum USAF on Feb 29

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force visitors will have the opportunity to see fast flying micro machines as 40 pilots maneuver their drones over, under, around and through the C-124 and F-82 aircraft during a micro drone race that will take place in the museum’s second building on Feb.
Jan. 10, 2020
National Museum USAF to celebrate final days of Canine Warriors Exhibit with special tribute on Jan 24

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will celebrate the final days of the Canine Warriors Exhibit with an event titled “A Special Tribute to Man’s Best Friend,” on Jan. 24 from 6-9 p.m.The event, which is free and open to the public, will provide visitors with a chance to tour the exhibit

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National Museum of the U.S. Air Force to add new 'Flying the President' exhibit

National Museum USAF adds new GPS and DSP Satellite Exhibit

Million Piece Mission jigsaw features National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

New exhibits, enhanced outreach mark aviation museum’s ongoing mission

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force to reopen July 1

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force expands virtual experience

See inside the SR-71 cockpit; learn about the U-2, former reconnaissance satellites and more during 'Secrets Revealed' event March 7-8 at National Museum USAF

X-1 Mustang now on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

Micro Drone Race to take place at National Museum USAF on Feb 29

National Museum USAF to celebrate final days of Canine Warriors Exhibit with special tribute on Jan 24

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