The Chennault Aviation and Military Museum, located in Monroe, Louisiana, is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich aviation and military history of the region. Housed in one of the last remaining buildings from the historic Selman Field Army-Air Corps Navigation School, the museum offers a comprehensive look into the contributions of Louisiana natives and the evolution of military aviation.
Chennault Aviation and Military Museum
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Tuesday – Saturday 09:00 – 16:00
Closed Sunday, Monday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
Admission by donation
Gift shop
The Chennault Aviation Museum is located at the corner of Kansas Lane and Central Avenue in Monroe, Louisiana in one of the last remaining buildings from the WWII Selman Field Army-Air Force Navigation School (opened in 1942).
Aircraft collection
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N15959/23851 – N496 65-12950 N640J 154485/NF-315 069 23747 | Beech C-45G Expeditor
Beech UC-45J Expeditor Curtiss P-40N Warhawk (replica) Douglas DC-3A Skytrain Hughes OH-6A Cayuse Lightning Bug LTV Vougt A-7B Corsair Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-15UTI North American F-86D Sabre |
Chennault Aviation and Military Museum Exhibits:
- General Claire Lee Chennault: The museum honors General Chennault, a Louisiana native renowned for leading the “Flying Tigers” during World War II. Visitors can explore artifacts and exhibits detailing his significant contributions to aviation history.
- Selman Field: As the nation’s largest navigation school during World War II, Selman Field played a pivotal role in training navigators. The museum showcases its history and impact on the war effort.
- Aircraft and Vehicles: The outdoor displays feature a variety of historic aircraft and military vehicles, providing insight into the technological advancements over the decades.