Museum of Aviation — Attraction in Warner Robins

Last week, I had the chance to visit the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins, Georgia. As soon as I stepped through the doors, I was struck by the sheer size of the place. The museum boasts one of the largest collections of aviation memorabilia in the United States, and it didn't take long to see why.

The first exhibit I explored was the WWII Hangar, filled with legendary aircraft like the B-17 Flying Fortress and the P-51 Mustang. Walking through the hangar, I couldn't help but feel a deep sense of history and admiration for the pilots who flew these incredible machines. The detail on each plane was immaculate, and the stories accompanying them brought to life the bravery and innovation of the era.

Next, I made my way to the Korean War and Southeast Asia War Hangars. Here, I found myself face-to-face with jet fighters and helicopters that dominated the skies during the mid-20th century. The F-86 Sabre and the F-4 Phantom II were particularly impressive, with their sleek designs and powerful presence. The exhibits also included personal stories from pilots and crew members, which added a touching human element to the technological marvels.

One of the highlights of my visit was the interactive flight simulators. After a brief introduction from a museum staff member, I got to experience what it felt like to pilot a fighter jet. The realism was astonishing, and for a moment, I felt like I was soaring through the skies, maneuvering through clouds and dodging enemy fire.

Another memorable part of the museum was the Georgia Hall of Fame. Here, I learned about some of the state's most notable aviators and their contributions to the field. It was inspiring to see how individuals from various backgrounds had made significant impacts on aviation history.

Before leaving, I took a stroll through the outdoor exhibits. The sheer scale of the aircraft on display, including bombers, cargo planes, and even a space shuttle, was awe-inspiring. The C-130 Hercules, in particular, stood out with its massive size and storied history in both military and humanitarian missions.

My visit to the Museum of Aviation was a profound experience, blending education, history, and a bit of adventure. It left me with a greater appreciation for the advancements in aviation and the courageous individuals who have shaped its history. I highly recommend it to anyone with an interest in flight, history, or just looking for an...

The wife and I took our kids here Saturday. Our son has lately been obsessed with all things military and with the free admission for all of us, it was an easy choice for an educational and engaging place.

Three of the four buildings on site have at least one cockpit (plane, jet or helicopter) that you or the little ones (and in some cases, all of you) can climb into. Switches, buttons, knobs, levers, and all function in a tactile way that had our kids scrambling to get "just one more turn" at each place. Even our girls were fully engaged in all of it which was a pleasant surprise.

Each building (hanger) has a large assortment of vehicles. Some have jeeps, ambulances, fire trucks, Hummers, all in addition to the variety of planes, jets and helicopters on display.

You may even avoid the gift shop (you don't have to walk through it to leave) if you're really trying to avoid spending money for the day (it's rare somewhere truly has free admission no matter the occasion). That said, there were some very cool things in there, both for the kids and adults (toys, models, shirts, cups, blankets, books, stuffed animals and other assorted things). A stop into the store is a great way to help support the museum and get a fun item to have as a keepsake (or smash a penny and get the imprinted image on it). If you don't want more stuff cluttering up your place but still want to support the museum, there are donation boxes in every building.

If you're looking for somewhere for the kids to be able to walk and burn off some energy, this is a great free option. There is a ton to read, a lot to learn and experience and a lot to look at. If you have very little children, a stroller may be a good idea unless you want to carry them. Towards the end, our girls got tired of walking. Our son however requested that we go back soon. He said it was the best day ever and so cool. Before we left, we stopped at the playground for the kids to play and jump and climb, swing and slide.

We will definitely be going back...

The Museum of Aviation located at 1942 Heritage Blvd, Robins Air force base, Ga 31098. The museum is free to the public, they also except donations. They have a gift shop , and various number of great exhibits, as well as a nice virtual reality simulator ride ( it cost but the price isn't bad )its located in the Eagle building. This museum is the second largest aerospace museum of the United States Air force. The staff and volunteers are friendly, and very knowledgeable. The history you can see and learn about here is fascinating. Very family friendly place to take the children for a day trip outing " the children enjoyed every minute of being there " getting to explore and also learn things while we were there. They even have a great playground, with a picnic area . The buildings, the grounds and the facility was very well kept . They also have an amazing collection of restored air craft, giving you a better since of what the time was like from the World War two, Korea, and the Vietnam eras were like . The preservation of the artifacts they have are in great condition, they are also amazing to see. It's definitely a place to go check out , you won't be disappointed. The kids loved all the exhibits, especially the cocktail pits located threw out . Will definitely be back again soon. Want to check out the virtual reality simulator ride. Excellent place to explore, they even do birthday parties here ,not for sure on the Pacifics to have a birthday party there tho . Would definitely recommend going to check the museum out . Have tons of pictures but it would only let me...