Located in Ängelholm, Sweden, the Ängelholms Airforce Museum (Ängelholms Flygmuseum) is a fascinating destination for aviation enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive look at Sweden’s air force history. The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the legacy of Swedish military aviation, with a particular focus on the aircraft used by the Swedish Air Force throughout the 20th century.
Ängelholms Airforce museum
+46 431 14810
Fax +46 431 18460
January – May:
- Saturday & Sunday 10:00 – 17:00
June – August
- Daily 10:00 – 17:00
September – December
- Saturday & Sunday 10:00 – 17:00
Admission fee
Gift shop
From road E6 to the north departure to Angelholm follow signs to Valhall Park. (Do not follow the signs to the civil airport which is located at the other side of the airfield).
Aircraft collection
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– SE-DXV/F5-105 22185/K 2305 29575/B 107 35409/35 35606 35630/30 37976/66 39101/101 39150/150 50007/76 60082/82 61006/06 | Agusta Bell 204 (Hkp3B)
Bristol Bloodhound II (Rb68) de Havilland Vampire T.55 FFVS J22A Reggiane 2000 (J20 tail only) SAAB J29F Tunnan SAAB 35 (simulator) SAAB J35J Draken (on pole) SAAB J35J Draken (cockpit) SAAB J35J Draken SAAB SF37 Viggen SAAB JAS39A Gripen SAAB JAS39A Gripen (cockpit) SAAB 91B Safir (Sk50B) SAAB 105 (Sk60B) Scottish Aviation Sk61A Bulldog |
The museum was opened in June 2004 after closing of the wing F10. flight simulator and a lot of equipment from the operations of the wing F10 of the Swedish Air Force. The Ängelholms Airforce museum is continuously developed and completed.
Highlights of the Ängelholms Airforce Museum:
- Extensive Aircraft Collection:
The museum houses a wide array of aircraft, including historical military planes, jet fighters, and civilian aircraft used by the Swedish Air Force. Many of these aircraft are exhibited in their original condition, allowing visitors to experience the design and engineering of various planes firsthand. - Notable Aircraft:
Among the key aircraft on display are:- J 35 Draken: A supersonic jet fighter used by the Swedish Air Force.
- J 37 Viggen: A multi-role fighter that served as the backbone of Sweden’s air defense for several decades.
- Saab 32 Lansen: A Swedish attack aircraft used from the 1950s to the 1970s. The museum also displays older aircraft models, such as World War II-era planes (FFVS J22A).
- Historical Exhibits:
The Ängelholms Airforce Museum‘s exhibits cover a wide range of topics related to aviation history, such as Sweden’s air defense strategy, key military operations, and technological advancements in aviation. There are also displays on the role of Swedish aviation during the Cold War. - Interactive Displays and Simulators:
The museum features interactive exhibits, such as flight simulators, that provide an immersive experience for visitors, allowing them to “fly” some of the historic aircraft or learn about aviation principles. - Museum Shop and Café:
For visitors looking to take home a souvenir, the Ängelholms Airforce Museum features a shop with aviation-themed merchandise, models, books, and memorabilia. There’s also a café for refreshments during the visit.
Photos Ruud Boots