Palm Springs Air Museum, Aviation museum in Palm Springs, United States.
The Palm Springs Air Museum displays over 70 military aircraft across five climate-controlled hangars, allowing visitors to walk among the planes without barriers or ropes. The collection spans different periods and types of military aviation, from single-engine fighters to larger transport and bomber planes.
The museum opened in 1996, built around a collection of restored aircraft assembled by its founders, some of whom were military veterans. These planes represent different wars and periods, forming the foundation of what visitors see today.
Former military pilots and veterans work as museum guides, sharing firsthand stories about the aircraft and the operations they flew in different conflicts. Their presence brings the machines to life and shows visitors what these planes meant to the people who served.
The hangars are open and easy to walk through, making exploration accessible for most visitors without physical strain. Inside, you'll find flight simulators and the chance to arrange rides in vintage warbird aircraft if you want a more immersive experience.
Each Memorial Day, a B-25 bomber aircraft flies over the museum grounds and drops thousands of flowers as a remembrance of fallen service members. This ceremony ties aviation history directly to personal loss and honor.
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