Musée de l'Aviation Militaire de Payerne, Military aviation museum in Payerne, Switzerland
The Military Aviation Museum of Payerne houses a collection of military aircraft and helicopters displayed across two exhibition halls dedicated to Swiss Air Force history. The aircraft originate from different decades and demonstrate how aviation technology evolved within Swiss defense forces.
The institution was established in 2003 after a dedicated association had spent years saving aircraft from scrapping beginning in the 1990s. This rescue effort grew into a permanent museum where the preserved machines could be housed and maintained long-term.
The museum displays aircraft that shaped Switzerland's defense strategy and remain visible witnesses to the country's aviation choices. Walking through the halls gives visitors a sense of how military aviation developed within Swiss borders.
The museum sits near Payerne's railway station, making it straightforward to reach by public transport. Visitors can join guided tours and access interactive experiences such as flight simulator activities during their visit.
The collection includes rare aircraft types such as the De Havilland DH-100 Vampire and Hawker Hunter, machines that attract aviation enthusiasts worldwide. These particular models exist in only a handful of locations, making the museum a destination for specialists.
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