Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum: A Must-Visit for Aviation E
📍 Location: 7711 E Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230 About the Museum Housed in Hangar #1 of the former Lowry Air Force Base, this 18,000-square-foot museum has served as Colorado’s official air and space museum since 1994. Collection Highlights ✈️ 50+ Historic Aircraft (1939–1990), including: Rare Douglas B-18 Bolo bomber B-52B Stratofortress strategic bomber B-1A Lancer supersonic bomber F-14 Tomcat fighter (Top Gun fans, rejoice!) Interactive Experiences 🎮 MaxFlight 360° Simulator – A full-motion flight experience 🛩️ Cockpit Explorations – Sit inside real aircraft Visitor Tips ⚠️ Closed Wednesdays (check website for special events) 👴 Ask for Volunteers – Knowledgeable guides (like our kind grandpa docent!) enhance the visit 🅿️ Free Parking #DenverMuseums #AviationHistory #FamilyFriendly #ColoradoTravel