Great and interesting collection, every piece tells its story. Many models and historic objects. Friendly and knowledgable staff. They normally open during Summer. If you visit during off season, call them ahead of time. They might be able to specially open for you (just like me). Even though the museum looks a bit small comparing to the number of shown objects, it is packed with aviation history. Many of them are from previous aircraft accident. I highly recommend this museum for those who love aviation and those who study aircraft accident investigation.
First, visitors to Fairbanks should note that this is a seasonal museum; closed during the winter.This is a pretty small museum, but it the space is crammed full of interesting exhibits that are a thrill to aviation fans like myself. It does a good job of telling the story of flying in Alaska.
*** CLOSED FROM SEPT 10 TO MAY 1 EACH YEAR*** There is no way to edit the hours to reflect the seasonality. Wish I would have known that before stopping by. Maps functionality enhancement needed, Google!
Very worthwhile to attend while you are at the park. All kinds of planes, helicopters, and history. I saw and was able to sit in a Huey helicopter which was used during the Vietnam war. Very sobering experience looking at all of the past sorts of air flight, including a Hoovercraft. Lots of time was well spent setting this up. I was totally amazed. Its costs 4 bucks per person after 5:00pm. I was there before 5:00pm, but still my wife and I left a donation.
Seen the museum w/ the kids and they actually enjoyed it, thus i enjoyed it due to them. We all had a wonderful time... When i was a little kid w/ the elder brothers we use to climb the dimond-domed bldg. against security guards wishes, never did make it to the top. That was when they also had the tank transport outside across the walkway... Oh yeah there was a mid-sized plane there as well that they would allow kids to scamper all over... What-ever happened to that gadgettry, it was fun. We kids had all the Real Toys of Real LIFE.
A great experience with lots of aviation history and planes. Although the museum is not very large, the depth of information and stories found within is great.
Cool museum with lots of the history of Alaskan flying shown through pictures and vintage aircraft items.
Rather small for $4 admission price but if you like planes its not so bad.
Super kind staff, amazing memorabilia, lots to see
Explore the history of flight in Alaska.