Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona Museum
Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona Museum
Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona Museum
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Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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The Airbase Arizona Flying Museum is one of Arizona’s top-rated attractions. Its exhibit floor holds one of the best military aircraft collections showing 100 years of military aviation highlighted by stories and artifacts from the men and women during historic times. The flying collection includes six meticulously restored and maintained warplanes from World War II that are available for living history flights by reservation. Monthly family fun days features activities for the whole family, including younger children. Both adventure and education are the hallmarks of our non-profit 501(c)3 organization that has served the community and represented Arizona for over 45 years.
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- Tanner LAirdrie, Canada31 contributionsOutstanding!What a tremendous experience! The displays are incredibly well done. The museum has done a great job of obtaining aircraft with historical significance. The best part of the visit were the volunteers who were friendly and knowledgeable and quick to share with you their knowledge and experiences. Thank you to all those involved. A highly recommended must see!Visited December 2023Traveled soloWritten January 1, 2024
- KarjimconGeneva, Illinois77 contributionsGreat CollectionMy buddy and I spent a couple of hours immersed in aviation. The WWII aircraft were very cool as well as more modern planes and helicopters. Interesting to see a Russian mig fighter up close and personal. The docents are great and very enthused about the collection.Visited February 2024Traveled with friendsWritten February 21, 2024
- Kinda InvisibleSeattle, Washington313 contributionsWonderful Museum and People!!I wish I could figure out a way to give this attraction significantly more than five stars. Wow, what a place!! First off, it's an incredibly affordable activity to do. The moment we walked in the front door we felt welcome and everyone we encountered was genuinely interested in making sure we had a good time. For an additional $10 we signed up for a cockpit tour and actually got to sit in three different cockpits. Check the website or call to find out the exact times they give the tours. The access to the planes is unbelievable; be sure to check out the hangar where they're actively working on planes because we were actually able to walk through a B17. My guys were in heaven. The docents are accomplished servicemen and have so much information to share about the aircraft on exhibit but also about their personal experiences with a number of them. Scattered throughout are interesting posters to read and videos to watch. We didn't plan ahead well enough to be able to take a flight in one of the planes but if you're so inclined, go for it. This museum has much to be proud of; make time for it and soak it all in.Visited February 2024Traveled with familyWritten February 26, 2024
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LilysueCEO
93 contributions
Jan 2020
This is a wonderful air museum with so many beautiful planes from a bygone era. There are so many interesting people to talk with and the volunteers that work here are fabulous. There are planes both inside and outside and there are a couple of planes that you can crawl up into so you get the feel of what it was like for the guys in these planes during WWII. I absolutely love this place.
Written March 5, 2020
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deschneider
Regina, Canada9 contributions
Mar 2020
It all starts when you pull into the parking lot, an see the planes on the outdoor displays. The quality and restoration of these older aircraft is unbelievable. The information contained in the standing displays is over whelming. They have staff (volunteers) who know the history and can answer any question you have.
Written March 20, 2020
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mavarick2018
Tacoma, WA82 contributions
Apr 2021
This is just one of them great finds that you stumble across when visiting an area you're not familiar with. I've been to a lot of places with great displays but this place really personalizes the entire visit for you. They may not have the largest collection but believe me when I say they let you get up close and personal to each and every plane. The volunteers that give the tours here are extremely knowledgeable about everything and are happy to discuss it all with you. The repair hanger where they restore the planes also lets you get up close to the guys that work on them and inside the planes as well. Nothing here is off limits like some museums that have most everything roped off. If you are a history buff or just like looking at planes and helicopters you absolutely have to stop in here. The admission prices are great and it's an experience you won't soon forget.
Written April 22, 2021
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llittle
Alamogordo, NM298 contributions
Dec 2021
the personal tour by Mike. on December 10th after lunch we caught a slow time, and even though there was only 3 in our group, Mike offered a guided tour . it was one of the most informative and interesting tours i have ever taken[and i have taken a lot of tours in a lot of museums in my 77 years.] there is a great variety of beautifully restored planes and many other items. i have been here before and had been inside the B-17, but my friends went through, don't miss this, as you see the conditions our WWII pilots and crews fought in.
Written December 22, 2021
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Maria Granic
Mesa, AZ5 contributions
Apr 2022
I took my 4-year-old son to the museum, and we both enjoyed it tremendously. The curators were very knowledgeable and very friendly, and my son had fun interacting with them. His favorite part was 'flying' the children's toy airplanes and seeing airplanes land nearby. For those who have war veterans in the family, it can be gripping. Overall, a great experience.
Written June 11, 2022
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Beth43323
Minneapolis, MN109 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
This was an active place on Sat morning when we saw two WW2 bombers take off on excursion flights. My husband, a GA pilot, enjoyed seeing these flight-worthy planes and hearing their engines. Many volunteer docents that provide more info and context. Nice videos and info signage.
Written March 23, 2022
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mickey448
Prince George, Canada196 contributions
Feb 2023
The first time we visited this museum was over 10 years ago. It's a most amazing place. We were able to take advantage of the docent tour, a lecture and speak to a number of the volunteers. Every piece of aviation history (et al) has a story attached to it. There are lots of display cases and interesting history there as well. Short interesting videos too. You can even book a flight on a vintage aircraft.
Written February 25, 2023
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Kinda Invisible
Seattle, WA313 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
I wish I could figure out a way to give this attraction significantly more than five stars. Wow, what a place!!
First off, it's an incredibly affordable activity to do. The moment we walked in the front door we felt welcome and everyone we encountered was genuinely interested in making sure we had a good time.
For an additional $10 we signed up for a cockpit tour and actually got to sit in three different cockpits. Check the website or call to find out the exact times they give the tours. The access to the planes is unbelievable; be sure to check out the hangar where they're actively working on planes because we were actually able to walk through a B17. My guys were in heaven.
The docents are accomplished servicemen and have so much information to share about the aircraft on exhibit but also about their personal experiences with a number of them. Scattered throughout are interesting posters to read and videos to watch.
We didn't plan ahead well enough to be able to take a flight in one of the planes but if you're so inclined, go for it.
This museum has much to be proud of; make time for it and soak it all in.
First off, it's an incredibly affordable activity to do. The moment we walked in the front door we felt welcome and everyone we encountered was genuinely interested in making sure we had a good time.
For an additional $10 we signed up for a cockpit tour and actually got to sit in three different cockpits. Check the website or call to find out the exact times they give the tours. The access to the planes is unbelievable; be sure to check out the hangar where they're actively working on planes because we were actually able to walk through a B17. My guys were in heaven.
The docents are accomplished servicemen and have so much information to share about the aircraft on exhibit but also about their personal experiences with a number of them. Scattered throughout are interesting posters to read and videos to watch.
We didn't plan ahead well enough to be able to take a flight in one of the planes but if you're so inclined, go for it.
This museum has much to be proud of; make time for it and soak it all in.
Written February 26, 2024
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Kathryn S
7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
What an amazing museum! They have so many unique and historically significant aircraft as well as other pieces of history. It is arranged so you can move through history, with interesting artifacts and stories. So much to learn, see, and do. We did not do a cockpit tour this trip but will definitely come back for that!
If you are a history buff, an aircraft enthusiast or like museums this is the place to go!
If you are a history buff, an aircraft enthusiast or like museums this is the place to go!
Written March 17, 2023
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Atlanta1965
Bismarck, ND158 contributions
Mar 2023
For a relatively small space (besides the large hanger), this place had a lot to see and read. The 4 of our group went in 4 different directions, but all 4 of us were not ready to go after more than 3 hours. Experienced military folks were in abundance, and more than willing to share even more information. All 4 of us had a wonderful visit. If it had not been a rainy day, I imagine we would have spent more time outside.
Written March 18, 2023
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how much does it cost for veterans or active duty personnel
CAFAirbaseArizona
Mesa, AZ6 contributions
Our regular adult admission is $15. We also have senior, veteran and children discounts. Kids 5 and under are free. Military personnel in uniform are also free.
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