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September 2019
The Cobra Experience
Not just another helicopter sightseeing tour! You will fly in the gunner's seat of an actual AH-1 Cobra gunship as the pilot takes you through mock engagements with enemy forces. The ride of your life is brought to you by the Army Aviation Heritage Foundation, a nationwide group of volunteers, dedicated to sharing the history of flight in the United States Army. Hoo-rah! Rides start at $375; Longer rides are $575 - call 480-217-1635 for booking.
Find out more »October 2019
Flying Legends of Victory Tour – 75th Anniversary Special Presentation
The Commemorative Air Force's B-17 Bomber Sentimental Journey will be here from Oct 7 - 13, 2019. $10 fee for interior tours of Sentimental Journey and of the Palm Springs Air Museum's B-17 Miss Angela during the week. Rides available from Friday, Oct 11 through Sunday, Oct 13 between 9 am and 2 pm. - $425 for waist seats and $850 for seats in the nose. Book your flight at www.azcaf.org.
Find out more »AT-6 Texan Open Cockpit
Sit in the cockpit of a vintage warbird, while inside an air-conditioned hangar. Today is the AT-6 Texan. Please remember to wear comfortable clothes and rubber-soled shoes. Physical restrictions may apply.
Find out more »F7F Tigercat Open Cockpit
Sit in the cockpit of a vintage warbird. Today is the F7F Tigercat. Inside an air-conditioned hangar. Please remember to wear comfortable clothes and rubber soled shoes. Physical restrictions may apply.
Find out more »Journey to Royal – Fundraiser Workprint Test Screening & Q & A
Join us for a Workprint Test Screening of this feature WWII docudrama telling the extraordinary true story of WWII pilot, Royal Stratton and the 4th Emergency Rescue Squadron. Workprint features the Air Museum’s very own historic PBY Catalina “Harriet’s Chariot.” The film features aviation legend Clay Lacy, Pearl Harbor survivor George Keene, Iwo Jima Marine George Cattelona, Iwo Jima fighter pilot Jerry Yellin, USS Indianapolis survivor Lyle Umenhoffer, Hiroshima witness Freeland Terpenning, and numerous other veterans who participated in the pivotal historic…
Find out more »P-47 Thunderbolt Open Cockpit
Sit inside the cockpit of a vintage warbird. Today's open cockpit is the P-47 Thunderbolt, inside an air-conditioned hangar. Please remember to wear comfortable clothing and rubber-soled shoes. Physical restrictions may apply.
Find out more »12th Annual Chili Tasting and Car Show
Halloween Fun for the entire family on Saturday, October 26 at the Palm Springs Air Museum! Kick-off your Halloween celebration at the Palm Springs Air Museum 12th annual Chili Tasting and Car Show. It will be a ghoulish feast for the eyes and the tummy. Eat some great chili, see over 200 collector cars, and tour our world-famous air museum. Free Admission for Children 12 and under, in-costume with paying adult - NO MASKS PLEASE. The museum opens at 10…
Find out more »November 2019
The Mechanization of the Wehrmacht – 75th Anniversary Presentation
The forces of Nazi Germany in World War II were some of the most formidable fielded in any war. Backed by German science, engineering and modern mass-production techniques, it was a new type of highly mechanized warfare. Faster paced and deadlier than the armed forces that fought in the Great War just 20 years before, it overwhelmed slower moving enemies and helped Germany subjugate an entire continent. Come see, hear, and learn about several original examples of German war technology…
Find out more »P-40 Warhawk Open Cockpit
Sit inside the cockpit of a vintage warbird. Today's open cockpit is the P-40 Warhawk, inside an air conditioned hangar. Please remember to wear comfortable clothing and rubber soled shoes. Physical restrictions may apply.
Find out more »Veterans Day Weekend, 23rd Anniversary & F-106 Delta Dart Unveiling
Palm Springs Air Museum recognizes Veterans Day and thanks all who serve and served our country as we celebrate our 23rd anniversary Air Fair. Join us for a day filled with flight exhibitions, musical performances, free birthday cake, and activities for the kids. At 11 AM - Congressional Gold Medal Presentation Ceremony to family of Tuskegee Airman Thomas Jefferson Daniels III; Heatwave Jazz Band; At 1 PM we unveil our newly restored F-106 Delta Dart and have a special tribute…
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