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Nov. 22, 2021
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Videographer Awarded Regional Emmy® for 2020 Memphis Belle Documentary

United States Air Force Civilian and National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Public Affairs Specialist Kenneth LaRock was recently awarded a regional Emmy® for his contributions to the film “Memphis Belle: Her Final Mission.”The documentary, produced by Dayton Public Broadcasting Station (PBS) ThinkTV
Nov. 9, 2021
Open Aircraft and 'Plane Talks' Return to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Honor of Veterans Day

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will provide another unique opportunity for visitors to honor veterans through our Open Aircraft Day and “Plane Talks” on Saturday, November 13.There will be more than 30 aircraft and exhibits featured during Plane Talks, which are expected to include the
Oct. 12, 2021
Two Rocket Planes Highlight Open Aircraft Day Oct. 16

DAYTON, Ohio – The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will continue to provide the unique opportunity for visitors to get an up-close look inside a different aircraft from the collection each month on select days.
Sept. 24, 2021
African Queen Half Track Vehicle to be Highlighted During ‘Plane Talks’ at National Museum of The U.S. Air Force

DAYTON, Ohio –The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will host U.S. Army Lt. Col. (Ret.) Mark Kolic as he speaks about his experiences with the 1943 U.S. Army African Queen Half Track vehicle during “Plane Talks” on Saturday, Sept. 25.Built by the White Motor Company in Cleveland, Ohio, the
Sept. 24, 2021
National Museum of The U.S. Air Force Selected For Air Force Heritage Award

DAYTON, Ohio — The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force was recently selected by the U.S. Air Force History and Museums Program as a recipient of the 2021 Air Force Heritage Award for its “Flying the President” exhibit. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding achievements by Department of the
July 29, 2021
Masks required for all visitors while indoors at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

In accordance with the updated guidance released by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Defense (DoD) and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force will require all visitors to wear face masks indoors effective July 30 until further
July 6, 2021
U.S. AIR FORCE THUNDERBIRDS TO SIGN AUTOGRAPHS AT NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE

DAYTON, Ohio -- On July 9 from 9 a.m. -10 a.m., visitors to the National Museum of the U.S.Air Force can meet select members of the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, theThunderbirds, as they sign autographs. Museum doors will open to the public at 8:30 a.m.Visitors are requested to bring
June 2, 2021
Masks still required for visitors not fully vaccinated at National Museum USAF

As statewide public health measures are rescinded today, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base guidelines will continue to allow those who are fully vaccinated (at least two weeks beyond
May 14, 2021
Masks no longer required for fully vaccinated visitors at National Museum USAF

In support of updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, fully vaccinated visitors (who are at least two weeks beyond their final dose) will no longer be required to wear masks when visiting the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force beginning May 15.Those who are not fully
May 12, 2021
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Rocket Team Awarded First Place in Ohio Cup

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force’s 2020-2021 rocket team was recently awarded first place in the Ohio Cup rocket competition.The Ohio Cup, which is organized by the Wright Stuff Rocketeers, is a rocket event for teams from Ohio that compete in The American Rocketry Challenge (TARC).“Team

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National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Videographer Awarded Regional Emmy® for 2020 Memphis Belle Documentary

Open Aircraft and 'Plane Talks' Return to the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Honor of Veterans Day

Two Rocket Planes Highlight Open Aircraft Day Oct. 16

African Queen Half Track Vehicle to be Highlighted During ‘Plane Talks’ at National Museum of The U.S. Air Force

National Museum of The U.S. Air Force Selected For Air Force Heritage Award

Masks required for all visitors while indoors at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

U.S. AIR FORCE THUNDERBIRDS TO SIGN AUTOGRAPHS AT NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE U.S. AIR FORCE

Masks still required for visitors not fully vaccinated at National Museum USAF

Masks no longer required for fully vaccinated visitors at National Museum USAF

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Rocket Team Awarded First Place in Ohio Cup

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