Donald D. Engen Observation Tower, Observation tower at Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Fairfax County, United States
The Donald D. Engen Observation Tower provides a complete 360-degree view of Washington Dulles International Airport and the surrounding Virginia landscape.
The tower was established as part of the National Air and Space Museum to commemorate Donald D. Engen, former director and advocate for aviation education.
The observation level features exhibits explaining airport operations and air traffic control systems, contributing to public understanding of modern aviation.
Visitors can access the tower daily from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM through an elevator system, with stroller parking available on the ground floor.
Guests can listen to actual communications between pilots and air traffic controllers while watching aircraft movements at Dulles International Airport.
Location: Fairfax County
Address: 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151 24965 24965
Website: https://airandspace.si.edu/visit/udvar-hazy-center/observation-tower
GPS coordinates: 38.91171,-77.44323
Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:21
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