Atlantic AirVenture (Shannon Aviation Museum)
Co. Clare
+353 61 363687
Monday – Saturday 10:00 – 17:00
Admission fee
Gift shop
Aircraft collection
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G-AVMZ G-CDPF/N216AW – D-3229 XX897 206 210 G-BVVT WR410 164 XM144 216 219 – EI-COZ XX826 231 – 196 | Avro Anson (cockpit)
BAC 1-11 (cockpit) BAe 146 (cockpit) Bede BD5 Bergfalke II/55 Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B Cessna FR172H Cessna FR172H Cessna 337 Skymaster de Havilland DH112 Venom FB.1 de Havilland Canada Chipmunk T.20 English Electric Lightning (cockpit) Fouga CM170 Magister Fouga CM170 Magister Monerai Glider Piper Cherokee Sepecat Jaguar GR.1 (cockpit) SIAI-Marchetti SF.260W Supermarine Spitfire (replica) Sud Aviation SA316B Alouette III |
Overview
- Atlantic AirVenture/Shannon Aviation Museum offers a comprehensive collection of aviation history, including aircraft displays, aviation artifacts, and exhibits about the development of aviation in the region.
- The museum is situated in a prime location, near Shannon Airport, one of the world’s first transatlantic flight hubs, and home to Ireland’s first airport terminal building (which is now a part of the museum’s exhibits).
- It features displays related to aviation pioneers, military aircraft, and commercial aviation history, particularly the role of Shannon Airport as a key stop for transatlantic flights.
Highlights of the Atlantic AirVenture (Shannon Aviation Museum)
- Aircraft Displays:
- The museum has a notable collection of military and civilian aircraft. Some of the key exhibits include:
- A Boeing 737 Flight simulator (a popular aircraft used for transatlantic flights).
de Havilland DH112 Venom FB.1 and other military planes, showcasing Shannon’s history as a strategic stop for military flights during the Cold War.
- The museum has a notable collection of military and civilian aircraft. Some of the key exhibits include:
- Shannon Airport History:
- The Atlantic AirVenture (Shannon Aviation Museum) highlights the pivotal role of Shannon Airport in the history of aviation. Shannon was the first airport in the world to offer transatlantic flights (through Pan Am) in 1945, serving as a stopover for flights traveling between North America and Europe.
- Displays focus on early aviation pioneers and the development of global flight routes through Shannon, along with stories of the first commercial transatlantic flights.
- Aviation Artifacts:
- The museum displays a range of aviation artifacts including uniforms, equipment, and photographs documenting both the technical and human aspects of aviation.
- There are also trophies and memorabilia celebrating Shannon Airport’s role in the evolution of air travel, especially its influence on the growth of the transatlantic airline industry.
- Interactive Exhibits:
- Some exhibits at the museum include interactive displays that allow visitors to learn about aviation technology, flight navigation, and the history of the airport.
- The museum also offers multimedia presentations that show the development of Shannon as a key international aviation gateway.
- Model Aircraft Collection:
- The Atlantic AirVenture (Shannon Aviation Museum) features a variety of scale models of historic and modern aircraft, giving visitors an up-close look at different types of planes from various periods in aviation history.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly a jet airliner? Experience this skill on a full-scale Boeing 737-800 Flight Simulator at the Atlantic AirVenture Aviation Centre. The only one of its kind in Ireland, the centre is a unique place for adults and kids, groups and individuals, to learn about the world of flight in a pure aviation environment.