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kansas aviation museum

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Come see us at the Kansas Aviation Museum to explore the history of flight...

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Kinredspirit

Took our 10 year old granddaughter last spring and she, as well as my husband and I, were very much pleased with all there was to see and explore. One of the large planes was available to board, there were computer simulated flying modules for several age levels, as well as one inside a cockpit which allowed us to "simulate" our own personal flight! Engines to see up close, hot air balloon basket to see up close as well as lots of fun making and flying paper airplanes from a balcony on 2nd level down to the first...:)
dwm_SGF_1987

Anyone that is interested in American history of the 20th century or aviation history, has to make a stop in Wichita, Kansas. With oil money and aircraft pioneers like Beech, Cessna and Lear it is no wonder why “Air Capital of the World.” The Kansas Aviation Museum is a nice place get up close and see aircraft and a terminal filled with aviation items and photos.
max862005

Wear comfortable shoes!!! A very fun, entertaining and educational museum with a very awesome history my only complaint was all the steps and no elevator definitely worth the time and be sure to check out the control tower
Autobob

I think the museum does great for operating on such a low budget. The volunteers I visited with were knowledgeable and courteous. The outside aircraft will most likely never fly again hence they are at the museum, if someone wishes to donate enough to build a very large enclosure I am sure there are open ears with the staff. It is a great time to get hands on and see the massive size of the bombers. Starship’s I believe have all been grounded in the USA and seeing one was a treat. Inside the museum there are lots of engine displays and various hands on displays. Biplanes have been assembled on an upper floor. A fantastic building brimming with past stories and even a legend of a ghost or two. The stairs to the control tower are original and a little narrow but worth the effort. Allow at least a couple of hours if you are an airplane enthusiast or mechanically minded.
KSFF_jane

Even though the museum is under construction for renovations, it doesn't deter from the historical importance that the original airport played in Wichita's airline-accented past. The fact that you can see the planes up close (right next to McConnell AFB) and ascend into the traffic control tower is fantastic!
redfoxinict

Wichita has proudly held the title of Air Capital of The World for a very long time, for very good reason. Aviation was born here. All the original great thinkers in aviation brought their plans to fruition here; Boeing, Stearman, Beech even Amelia Earhart originated from Kansas. Our aviation museum details these stories. The building itself has a wonderful history. It served as Wichita's original airport first until 1954 when the current terminal was opened. As the first ICT Airport it saw many of the greats (John Wayne, Elvis, Bogey and Bacall to drop names of a few)of the day stop through as it served as a favorite fuel point; as in those days coast to coast flights required refueling. The planes they have on sight illustrate the history of aircraft as the thinkers of the industry designed and tested improvements along the way. It's a fantastic way to spend a day with family learning a little history of American ingenuity and the aviation industry in general. I recommend it highly. You really need to take the time to visit if you spend a lot of time flying or are a history buff in general.
rrs517

Worth seeing. Museum is volunteer and could use an update as well as refreshing. Seems it coule use additional funding. Exhibits like aircraft on the tarmac are not well marked. It was OK.
djpick

Very cool visit to a museum in the original airport terminal. Neat collection of old airplanes outside where you can get up close and personal. Some other nice airplanes on the inside. Plenty of history about aviation in Wichita. The best part is climbing to the top of the old control tower where you get a great view of the surrounding area.
heidia814

We went to their Play on the Plane Day! The boys had a blast climbing into the cockpits of several different planes. Neat place but it shows it's age. Reasonably priced.
rdwarrior53

If you are lucky you will be able to see a plane being restored. This is a great place to view Wichita's rich aircraft history. They have several planes from the past and it is all located in and around Wichita's very first airport. The mural on the outside is a must see.

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