Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum, Aviation museum in Lowry, Denver, United States
Wings Over the Rockies is an aerospace museum in Denver housed in a former Air Force hangar, displaying a large collection of aircraft and spacecraft. The building provides ample space for visitors to view the machines in an open, well-lit setting where each aircraft is positioned to be seen from different angles.
The hangar was part of the Lowry Air Force Base, which served as a military flight training facility before closing in 1994. The museum opened shortly after the base closure and transformed the space into a place to preserve aviation history.
The collection represents different eras of aviation, from early propeller planes to modern jets, allowing visitors to see how aircraft design and technology evolved over time. The exhibits help people understand the role aviation has played in connecting people and shaping modern travel.
The museum has indoor exhibits that are accessible regardless of weather, allowing visitors to browse at their own pace. It helps to wear comfortable shoes since you will walk extensively while exploring the various aircraft on display.
The museum preserves an actual Moon rock brought back by astronauts during Apollo missions. Visitors can also inspect the cockpit of an F-14 Tomcat fighter and understand how pilots operated in such a confined space.
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