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Museum · Tucson, Arizona
Pima Air and Space Museum
One of the largest aviation museums in the world, east of Tucson, with hundreds of aircraft in hangars and outdoors, and tours to a yard of retired military planes alongside.
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About Pima Air and Space Museum
The Pima Air & Space Museum occupies a large area in southeast Tucson, next to the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. It is one of the largest aviation museums in the world, with hundreds of civil and military aircraft, from early 20th-century planes to bombers and presidential aircraft.
Part of the collection is in hangars, with World War II planes, helicopters and space exhibits; the remainder is outdoors in a yard that you explore on foot or by tram. Highlights include a plane used by U.S. presidents and high-altitude spy planes.
Next door is the base’s storage yard where thousands of retired military aircraft are kept in the desert’s dry climate. The museum organizes bus tours of that area, with security rules and documentation, which depend on base authorization.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Three to five hours.
Best time
In the morning, before heat at the outdoor yard; October to April for the outdoor part.
How to get there
About 15 km southeast of downtown Tucson, via I-10. Parking is available.
Tip
The tour to the base aircraft yard has limited spots and requires ID; check availability and rules on the museum website.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Pima Air and Space Museum
What is in the Pima Air & Space Museum?
Hundreds of civilian and military aircraft, in hangars and outdoors, including World War II planes and presidential aircraft.
Can you visit the Tucson aircraft boneyard?
The museum organizes bus tours of the aircraft apron at the neighboring base, with limited spots, ID required and subject to base authorization.
How much time should I set aside for the Tucson air museum?
Three to five hours.