The International Aviation Museum Manfred Pflumm, located in Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany, is a privately owned museum showcasing a fascinating collection of aircraft, engines, and aviation artifacts. It reflects the lifelong passion of its founder, Manfred Pflumm, for aviation and its history.

International Luftfahrt Museum Manfred Pflumm

Spittelbronner Weg 78

78056 Villingen-Schwenningen

Germany

http://sfg-schwenningen.de/museum

luftfahrtmuseum@aol.com

+49 7720 66302

March – October

• Tuesday – Sunday 09:00 – 19:00

November – February

• Tuesday – Sunday: 09:00 – 17:00

Admission fee

Aircraft collection

D-KFFS OK-LGL – – SP-AOG 2613 VB+136 HB-EUD/WE571 D-EMOZ 25039 BB+141 J-1068 40+74 D-EFFA D-ELTT 107 99+34 D-EEVP D-8290 31+95 D-EAFB 36/15 D-EHCI HB-MSK D-0840 OK-LGK D-ESRV 20+47 94+64 D-HMMM D-HMIA 1019 1981 D-MXOX – D-EEHG – G-ONAA/99+18 D-EGWW – D-7033 D-9209 YU-ZBT/A-99 D-7033 – 75+46 75+83 D-MELL D-EBCG RA-44446 –

Akaflieg Stuttgart FS-26 Aero L-60 Brigadyr Albatros L-73 Anglin J-3 “Kitten” Antonov An-2TP Antonov (PZL-Mielec) An-2T Armstrong Withworth Sea Hawk Beagle Terrier 2 Binder-Aviatik CP-301 S Smaragd Bucker Bu181B-1 Bestmann Canadair CL-13 Sabre 5 de Havilland Vampire FB.6 Dornier Alpha Jet Dornier Do27B-2 Dornier Do27B-3 Dornier Do-335 (replica) English Electra Canberra B.2 Evans VP-2 Volksplane Fauvel AV-36C Fiat G91R/3 Gina Fischer Brause 35 Fokker E.III Grade Eindecker Hirth Doppelraab V Let L-13 Blanik Let L-60 Brygadir Let Z-37 Cmelak Lockheed F-104G Starfighter Lockheed T-33A MBB Bolkow Bo-105 Mifka Mi-1 Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-15 (Lim-2) Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21F-13 Nickel Falter 1 Pflumm Schleppgleiter Piaggio FWP149D PZL 104 Wilga Rockwell OV-10B Bronco Rutan Quickie Saunder Roe Skeeter AOP.12 Schneider DFS SG-38 Schulgleiter Schneider Hirth Grunau Baby Slepcev Storch SSM-X100 Moose Schneider Rehbein SG-38 Sperling Berblinger 2000 Sud Aviation Alouette 2 Sud Aviation Alouette 2 Vogt Lo.120S Winter LF-1 Yakolev Yak-18T Zlin Z-42 MU

Key Features and Exhibits

1. Aircraft Collection
   • The International Luftfahrt Museum Manfred Pflumm houses over 50 aircraft, including military and civilian planes.
   • Notable exhibits include:
     • Fighter jets: A MiG-21 from the Cold War and a Dassault Mirage III.
     • Trainer aircraft: Like the Fouga Magister, used for pilot training.
     • Propeller planes: Various historic aircraft from the early 20th century.
   • The planes are displayed both indoors and outdoors, allowing visitors to explore the intricate details of their design.
2. Engines and Aeronautical Technology
   • A significant collection of aircraft engines, including:
     • Early piston engines.
     • Advanced jet propulsion systems.
   • Exhibits explain the evolution of engine technology and its impact on aircraft performance.
3. Aviation Artifacts and Memorabilia
   • The International Luftfahrt Museum Manfred Pflumm includes uniforms, navigation instruments, and equipment used by pilots and crew members.
   • Historical photographs and documents provide context for the development of aviation across decades.
4. Manfred Pflumm’s Passion
   • The International Luftfahrt Museum Manfred Pflumm reflects the dedication of its founder, who personally restored many of the aircraft on display.
   • Manfred Pflumm’s extensive research and efforts to preserve aviation history are evident throughout the exhibits.
5. Focus on Aviation History
   • The collection spans from early aviation to modern jets, offering visitors a broad overview of technological advancements.
   • Special emphasis is placed on the Cold War era, including NATO and Warsaw Pact aviation.

Photos Ruud Boots