The United States Air Force Academy, located just north of Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a premier institution dedicated to training future leaders for the U.S. Air Force and Space Force. The Academy’s campus spans 18,500 acres and offers visitors a unique blend of military heritage, architectural marvels, and natural beauty.
Barry Goldwater Visitor Center (Air Force Academy Visitor Center)
+1 (719) 333-0441
Daily 09:00 – 17:00
Access and Security Updates:
As of January 4, 2025, the Academy has implemented new access procedures. Visitors are required to obtain a base pass, which can be requested with a Department of Defense (DoD) ID card sponsor at the Pass and Registration Office located at the South Gate. This adjustment aims to enhance security while maintaining public access to the institution.
Free admission
Aircraft collection
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N557AF 77-0205/NO 75-0748/WA – 66-7463/OY 76-0042/TY 56-3770 59-1602/1 46-0676 60-0482/JV N94TH | Boeing B-52D Stratofortress
Cessna T-41A Mescalero Fairchild Republic A-10A Thunderbolt II General Dynamics GF-16A Fighting Falcon Martin-Marietta X-24A McDonnell-Douglas F-4D Phantom II McDonnell-Douglas F-15A Eagle North American F-100F Super Sabre Northrop T-38A Talon Northrop X-4 Bantam Republic F-105D Thunderchief Schweizer TG-4A |
Barry Goldwater Visitor Center:
The Barry Goldwater Visitor Center serves as the primary gateway for visitors to the Academy. Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, it provides a comprehensive overview of cadet life and the Academy’s history through engaging exhibits and films. Highlights include a life-sized replica of a cadet dorm room, displays of cadet uniforms, and the 21-minute film “A Year in the Blue,” which offers an in-depth look into the cadet experience. The Visitor Center also houses a gift shop featuring exclusive Academy souvenirs.