Naval Aviation Museum
The museum in Pensacola
preserves thousands of
artifacts and historic aircraft.
The museum in Pensacola
preserves thousands of
artifacts and historic aircraft.
World War II Aircraft
Numerous planes and other
exhibits interpret the role of
the U.S. Navy during World
War II.
Numerous planes and other
exhibits interpret the role of
the U.S. Navy during World
War II.
National Naval Aviation Museum - Pensacola, Florida
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The Cradle of Naval Aviation
Pensacola has rightfully been called the
"Cradle of Naval Aviation." The city's role in
the development of the U.S. Navy's air power
and the training of thousands of pilots
through the years is undisputed. It is a rich
history that can now be explored at the
National Naval Aviation Museum.
Located on board Pensacola Naval Air
Station, the museum houses an amazing
collection of historic aircraft and other
artifacts that tell the story of naval aviation.
A labor of love that has grown dramatically
over the decades, the National Naval Aviation
Museum takes visitors through the history of
Navy flying from its earliest days to the
present.
Beginning with exhibits of the earliest types
of airplanes flown by Navy pilots, the
museum features sections interpret World
War I, World War II, the Korean War, the
Vietnam War and the modern era. Visitors
can walk the reconstructed deck of the
aircraft carrier U.S.S. Cabot and view a
stunning exhibit of U.S. Navy planes
recovered after years beneath the waves.
The museum also offers a chance to climb
into flight simulators and experience
impressive IMAX theatre presentations.
Other exhibits include displays on the Navy's
famed precision flying team, the "Blue
Angels." Based in Pensacola, the planes of
the "Blue Angels" can often be seen in the
skies overhead as they carry out training
missions.
Another section displays exhibits and
artifacts related to the U.S. Navy's role in the
exploration of space.
In addition to its fascinating aircraft and
artifact exhibits, the museum also houses a
library of books and documents on the
history of naval aviation and a hall of honor.
Dining is available in the Cuba Bar Cafe, an
on-site restaurant featuring sandwiches,
soups and salads.
"Cradle of Naval Aviation." The city's role in
the development of the U.S. Navy's air power
and the training of thousands of pilots
through the years is undisputed. It is a rich
history that can now be explored at the
National Naval Aviation Museum.
Located on board Pensacola Naval Air
Station, the museum houses an amazing
collection of historic aircraft and other
artifacts that tell the story of naval aviation.
A labor of love that has grown dramatically
over the decades, the National Naval Aviation
Museum takes visitors through the history of
Navy flying from its earliest days to the
present.
Beginning with exhibits of the earliest types
of airplanes flown by Navy pilots, the
museum features sections interpret World
War I, World War II, the Korean War, the
Vietnam War and the modern era. Visitors
can walk the reconstructed deck of the
aircraft carrier U.S.S. Cabot and view a
stunning exhibit of U.S. Navy planes
recovered after years beneath the waves.
The museum also offers a chance to climb
into flight simulators and experience
impressive IMAX theatre presentations.
Other exhibits include displays on the Navy's
famed precision flying team, the "Blue
Angels." Based in Pensacola, the planes of
the "Blue Angels" can often be seen in the
skies overhead as they carry out training
missions.
Another section displays exhibits and
artifacts related to the U.S. Navy's role in the
exploration of space.
In addition to its fascinating aircraft and
artifact exhibits, the museum also houses a
library of books and documents on the
history of naval aviation and a hall of honor.
Dining is available in the Cuba Bar Cafe, an
on-site restaurant featuring sandwiches,
soups and salads.
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The Pensacola Naval Air Station actually
traces its history back to the historic
Pensacola Navy Yard. Established by the
U.S. Navy during the 1800s, the yard played a
critical role in ending piracy on the Gulf of
Mexico and in the Caribbean.
The yard was heavily damaged during the
Civil War. Confederate troops occupied what
is now the Naval Air Station, manning Fort
Barrancas and the Advanced Redoubt and
constructing batteries along the shore of
Pensacola Bay. The area came under heavy
fire in November 1861 and January 1862.
With the development of aviation in the 20th
century the old navy yard became a major
base for training pilots and ground crews.
Please click here to visit the museum's
official website for directions and more
information.
traces its history back to the historic
Pensacola Navy Yard. Established by the
U.S. Navy during the 1800s, the yard played a
critical role in ending piracy on the Gulf of
Mexico and in the Caribbean.
The yard was heavily damaged during the
Civil War. Confederate troops occupied what
is now the Naval Air Station, manning Fort
Barrancas and the Advanced Redoubt and
constructing batteries along the shore of
Pensacola Bay. The area came under heavy
fire in November 1861 and January 1862.
With the development of aviation in the 20th
century the old navy yard became a major
base for training pilots and ground crews.
Please click here to visit the museum's
official website for directions and more
information.
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World War I Aircraft
This rare Camel from World
War I is among the planes on
display at the museum.
This rare Camel from World
War I is among the planes on
display at the museum.
lor.
Jet Aircraft
An array of jet aircraft from the
modern era greet visitors to
the National Naval Aviation
Museum.
An array of jet aircraft from the
modern era greet visitors to
the National Naval Aviation
Museum.
Fort Barrancas
Advanced Redoubt of Fort Barrancas
Pensacola Lighthouse
Pensacola Area Historic Sites
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Advanced Redoubt of Fort Barrancas
Pensacola Lighthouse
Pensacola Area Historic Sites
Historic Sites in Florida
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