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Carolinas Aviation Museum

Carolinas Aviation Museum
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Type of Site
Museums
Neighborhood
West
Interests That Apply
History, Engineering, Technology, Science
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Price: $5-$10
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Busy/High traffic
Notes: Most of the museum's aircraft exhibitions are outside.
Water/Drinks: NOT available at this site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Carolinas Aviation Museum

Understanding the Flight of Man


Family Time

Address: Phone:
4108 Airport Dr
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport
Charlotte, NC 28208
+1 704 359 8442
Fax: +1 704 359 0057

Description

Come by this aviation museum, located at the Airport, to check out civil and military aircraft. Take a look at the military airplanes featured here, including a Grumman F-14D Super TomCat, which served in Iraq, and a Grumman OVD-1D Mohawk. See the civilian craft like the Piedmont Airlines Douglas DC-3. Restoration work on aircraft takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so schedule a visit to see the whole process. For further information on the exhibits, volunteer opportunities and history of the planes, check the website.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 10am-4pm, Tues-Sat; 1pm-5pm, Sun
Visit Time: 1hr-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10

Exposure

Outdoor with some covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this site: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car
Notes: Coming from I-77, take the Billy Graham Pkwy to Morris Field Dr. Turn left on to Morris Field Dr and then turn immediately right on to Airport Dr. Follow Airport Dr until the pavement stops. The Museum will be on your left and easily identifiable.
Parking Availability: Yes
Parking Safety: Safe


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