The history and collection of Wings Over Miami
Many important aircraft are concentrated here, some of them were the first, others distinguished themselves in wars and historical events.
The Miami Aviation Museum can be called one of the best in the city, since its value and wealth in terms of the uniqueness of the collected exhibits is really amazing!
The Aviation Museum in Miami is not only a monument, but also a tribute to all aviators in the world. There is a lot of information about those who flew with the advent of the first aircraft. In 1986, old planes from the private homes of Kermit Wicks were added to the classic collection. This gesture has become a key factor in the development of the museum.
An honorable place is occupied by Russian developments, for example, the Yak-52 aircraft.
Reconstruction and new opening of Wings Over Miami was in 2001 (the museum was closed after 1992, when a hurricane destroyed most of the exhibits).
On the territory of a huge historical park housed old and modern aircraft. In the collection of 20 items dedicated to the Second World War, as well as the post-war years, there are ancient artifacts flying in Germany and Japan.
A separate area is occupied by combat aircraft, on which pilots served in Korea and Vietnam. Here you can see one of the first fighters, as well as huge bombers. The list of aircraft that are displayed in the museum in a restored form is really huge. Of course, the development of American aircraft construction is mainly presented here, but there are some models of other countries. You can see not only what was used before, but also modern fighters, military and civilian aircraft.
The vibrant legacy of the Miami Aviation Museum
In addition to military aircraft, the complex offers to get acquainted with cargo and commercial exhibits, as well as with space transport ships. Next to everyone you can take photos, read interesting facts about the history of the creation of a ship. Every day, entertainment and educational programs are held, there are famous aviators and astronauts, as well as young representatives of American aviation.
At Wings Over Miami various events are held, as well as car shows, new collections of various equipment are exhibited. It also has its own souvenir shop where you can buy books, designers, ready-made models, as well as original antique prints and other memorabilia.
Additional Information
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Address
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Phone
+1-305-373-5437
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Mode of operation
The museum is open:
- Wed – sun: 10 am – 5 pm;
- Mon – tue: closed.
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Cost
Adults:
- For all visitors: $10;
- Senior Citizens 60+: $7;
- Students 18+ (with ID): $7.
Children:
- Children 12 years and under: $6.
Special offers:
- on the first weekend of every month, plastic card holders Bank of America can go to the children's museum for free.
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On weekends, you can observe how serviceable historical aircraft are taken out “for a walk” and engine development so that they do not rust.
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