The Musée de la Défense Aérienne de Bagotville is known in English as the Bagotville Air Defence Museum. Located in Bagotville, Quebec, this museum highlights the rich history of Canada’s air defence, particularly focusing on the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). The museum is situated near CFB Bagotville (Canadian Forces Base Bagotville), an active airbase, and provides a unique opportunity to learn about the history, technology, and operations of air defence in Canada.
Musée de la Défence Aérrienne de Bagotville
+1 418-677-7159
June – September
- Daily 09:00 – 17:00
- Guided tour of the Base: 10:00, 13:00 and 15:00. It is best to reserve a seat in advance
September – mid June
- The museum can welcome groups of 20 or more only with a reservation.
Admission fee
The Air Defence Museum is located alongside Highway 170, mid-way between Chicoutimi and Ville de la Baie, in the Province of Quebec, near the gate to Canadian Forces Base Bagotville and its commemorative park
Aircraft collection
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19454/AQ-454 100472 116733 114014 133333 101027 188720 4857 9642 | Bell CH-118 Iroquois
Canadair CF-86B Sabre 6 Canadair CF-100 Mk.5 Canuk Canadair CF-116A Freedomfighter Canadair CT-114 Tutor Lockheed CT-133 Silver Star McDonnell CF-101 Voodoo McDonnell Douglas CF-188 Hornet Mikoyan MiG-23ML Flogger Piasecki CH-21 Workhorse |
Key features of the Musée de la Défence Aérrienne de Bagotville include:
- Aircraft Displays: A variety of aircraft, including historic fighter jets and other military aviation equipment, are showcased both indoors and outdoors.
- Exhibits: The museum features detailed exhibits on the evolution of air defence, the role of the RCAF in global conflicts, and the technological advancements in aviation.
- Interactive Experiences: Visitors can explore simulators and hands-on activities to better understand the experience of pilots and air force personnel.
- Educational Programs: The Musée de la Défence Aérrienne de Bagotville offers guided tours, educational workshops, and activities aimed at sharing the importance of air defence with visitors of all ages.
Pictures Rob Vogelaar