National Museum USAF

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WEATHER UPDATE: POSTPONED TO SATURDAY, JUNE 27 Due to forecasted weather conditions, "Lights Over Dayton: A Celebration of Flight" has been moved to the scheduled rain date of Saturday, June 27. Visit our website (link in first comment) and our social media channels for updates.

A colorful lineup of historic biplanes are here visiting the Museum this weekend during a new Stearman Fly-In event. Event info: nationalmuseum.af.mil/Upcoming/Event…

Edwards AFB released names of the 8 killed in the B-52 Stratofortress crash. Col. Gregory Watson, 53 Lt. Col. Gabriel Estrella, 40 Retired Lt. Col. Miles Middleton, 50 Maj. Alexander Davis, 34 Maj. Robert Dee, 40 Maj. Brad Hovey, 35 Jeromy Smith, 32 Christopher Rischar, 41

Lockheed Martin F-22A Raptor youtu.be/If7E1ZCyaIw?si… via @YouTube

A symbol seen by all. A legacy felt by generations. 🇺🇸 On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted the flag of the U.S, creating a symbol that has endured for 250 years. Today, Old Glory represents the ideals, sacrifices & freedoms that have shaped our nation's history.

Kellett XR-8 Helicopter to Go on Display at the National Museum of the USAF vintageaviationnews.com/restorations/k… via @WarbirdsNews

Today marks the 10th anniversary of our fourth building! Have a favorite photo from your visit? Share it in the comments and help us celebrate this special milestone. Fly-Through of the 4th Building-Opening Date June 8th youtu.be/MC_qWDdCTI4?si… via @YouTube

To honor the service and sacrifice of those who helped secure freedom during World War II, a commemorative wreath has been placed at our D-Day exhibit. nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Museum-E…

Special thanks to USAF MSgt. (Ret.) Charles Daniel for visiting @afmuseum this week! MSgt. Daniel served for 26 years joining the USAF in 1956 and has 12 years and 12,000 hours in the EC-121 aircraft, to include the one on display!

North American F-86D Sabre An intelligence warning in 1948 prompted the U.S. Air Force to hurriedly develop an all-weather interceptor. Starting with the basic airframe of its F-86A, North American incorporated two unprecedented concepts into the F-86D... nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Museum-E…

Special thanks to USAF TSgt.(Ret.) Felita LaRock, for singing our National Anthem today here at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force! Fun fact: Felita is also featured in our Musical Ambassadors exhibit... nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Museum-E…

Our exhibit volunteer team members installed a new wall panel today highlighting USAF Medal of Honor Recipients During the Southeast Asia War. From research & design to printing and installation, projects like this help preserve and share the courage, sacrifice, and service.

Our exhibit volunteer team members installed a new wall panel today highlighting USAF Medal of Honor Recipients During the Southeast Asia War. From research & design to printing and installation, projects like this help preserve and share the courage, sacrifice, and service.

Painting the Memphis Belle Nose Art youtu.be/44pVJeNSeoU?si… via @YouTube

McDonnell Douglas F-15A Eagle(Plans call for this aircraft to enter the NMUSAF Heritage Loan Program.). The National Museum of the USAF maintains three separate loan programs, each designed to serve a specific kind of borrower: Info: nationalmuseum.af.mil/Collections/Lo…

McDonnell Douglas F-15A Eagle(Plans call for this aircraft to enter the NMUSAF Heritage Loan Program.). The National Museum of the USAF maintains three separate loan programs, each designed to serve a specific kind of borrower: Info: nationalmuseum.af.mil/Collections/Lo…

Light trails & exhibits make for a fun combination! Special thanks to Jeff Winder for the great idea & for flying an LED-lit quadcopter to help create this unique photo. Iconic Starfighters: Rivals of the Silver Screen will be on display through Dec. nationalmuseum.af.mil/Upcoming/Press…

In January 1997, the 50th Anniversary Office received approval for the creation of a special anniversary commemorative quilt. Production of the project was funded through the Air Force Services sponsorship, and all 85 Air Force installations. nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Museum-E…

Have you visited this special exhibit yet? We would love to see your fan photos! Iconic Starfighters: Rivals of the Silver Screen will be on display through Dec. 31, 2026. Tag @AFmuseum