Mexican Air Force Museum, Aviation museum in Santa Lucía, Mexico
Description
This aviation museum displays around 46 aircraft from the Mexican air force, including fighter jets, helicopters, and vintage aircraft from different eras. The collection spans twelve permanent exhibition spaces and four rotating display areas.
History
The institution started in 1933 in Mexico City as a way to preserve Mexican aviation history. It moved to Santa Lucia Air Base in 2022 to protect the collection better and make it open to the public.
Culture
The name honors Mexico's air force and its role in the nation's past. Walking through, you encounter aircraft that show how Mexican aviation grew over time and reflect the country's technological advancement.
Practical
The museum is located on the Santa Lucia air base grounds and opens Tuesday through Sunday. Entry is free and guided tours are offered on site.
Did you know?
Among the aircraft on display is the first Mexican presidential jet nicknamed El Mexicano, along with a P-47 Thunderbolt fighter plane. This fighter flew during World War II as part of Mexico's Squadron 201.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Mexico).
Teotihuacan
16 km
Pyramid of the Sun
16 km
Pyramid of the Moon
15.7 km
Temple of the Feathered Serpent, Teotihuacan
16.2 km
Museo Nacional del Virreinato
24.9 km
Santa Lucía Air Force Base Num 1
3.2 km
Puente de Fierro
16.5 km
Pyramids of Teotihuacan
15.9 km
Church of San Francisco Javier, Tepotzotlán
24.9 km
El Caracol
19.3 km
Quetzalpapálotl
15.6 kmNational Pyrotechnic Festival
16.2 km
Saint Christopher Church, Ecatepec de Morelos, Estado de México, México
17.1 km
St. Bonaventure Cathedral, Cuautitlán
21.7 km
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
17.1 km
Museo de la Cultura Teotihuacana
16.1 km
Gonzalo Carrasco Museum of Otumba
24.6 km
Mamut de Tultepec
15.4 km
Museo Xaltocan
7 km
Museum of Man Tepexpan
14.9 km
Museo del Ferrocarril en Otumba
24.5 km
Letras Pueblo Mágico Tepotzotlan
24.9 km
Oxtotipac
22.5 km
Museum San Jeronimo Xonacahuacan
3.6 km
Galeria De Arte Del Genoma Mesoamericano
17.6 km
Museo Nacional de la Pirotecnia (MUNAPI)
15.4 km
Museo Arqueológico de Coyotepec Ehecalli
22.3 km
Museo del Ferrocarrilero
24.8 km
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes