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From its beginnings under the watchful eyes of  Clarence “Kelly” Johnson to its starring role in the Yamamoto shoot down, the P-38 Lighting served valiantly in all theatres of action during WWII.  Most distinctive because of its split tailed design the Lightning quickly became a favorite of American pilots around the globe. True to its name, the P-38 was akin to a force of nature: fast, unforeseen, and immensely powerful. Come hear the story of the plane and the pilots…

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.

This is a story of a Red Tail P-51 pilot shot down over Austria in a dogfight during the last days of WWII. The pilot was held for three days, awaiting transport to an interrogation center in Germany. On the third evening, two Luftwaffe officers showed up with false papers and the airman was released to their custody. He was found hanging from the lamp post later that morning. Jerry Whiting discusses the situation in Austria at that time and…

Canada participated in many ways during WWII, more than people realize. Canadian forces landed on Juno Beach on D-day and played a large part in the Battle of the Atlantic. By the end of the war, Canada had the 4th largest allied air force in the world. The Canadian military has fought alongside the United States in most major conflicts since World War II, including the Korean War, the Gulf War, the Kosovo War, and most recently the war in…

WATCH MEMORIAL DAY WEBCAM Memorial Day Livestream Program to commence at 10:45am Monday, May 25th This is not an in-person event, the Museum is closed to the public. Click the Video Above or View on YouTube Join us online as we salute all those who serve and have served our country in a momentous air display throughout the Coachella Valley and Southern California. On Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2020, starting at 10:45 am, the Palm Springs Air Museum’s webcam…

Dine in the Open Air Under the Stars Friday June 19th, Saturday June 20th 6:30pm - 9:30pm Entry $5 Food & Drink Available for Purchase The Palm Springs Air Museum would like to thank our community for your support by inviting you to join us for a unique opportunity to experience the Palm Springs Air Museum at night! Dine under the stars and enjoy stunning mountain view sunsets out in the open air. Take an evening stroll amongst our warbirds…

Dad’s get in free with an accompanied paid admission.