March Field Air Museum

March Field Air Museum is an aviation museum in Riverside County that displays more than 115 military and civilian aircraft in outdoor areas and indoor exhibition spaces. The collection documents the evolution of aircraft design and technology across different eras and demonstrates the role of aviation in military operations.

The airfield began operations in 1918 as a training facility during World War I and served as one of the nation's earliest aviation training centers. Over time it evolved into a major military air base and continues operating today as an active facility.

The museum honors military personnel through a memorial dedicated to pilots who received special recognition for their service in aviation. Visitors can see the names and learn about the stories of these celebrated pilots in a dedicated space on the grounds.

The museum is open to visitors on specific days of the week and offers guided tours for larger groups. Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes since exploring both the outdoor grounds and indoor areas is part of the experience.

While visiting, you can watch active military aircraft taking off and landing from the adjacent air reserve base. This experience blends museum exploration with real aviation activity and gives visitors a direct view of modern flight operations.