The Shearwater Aviation Museum is located at the Shearwater Heliport near Halifax, Nova Scotia. It is dedicated to preserving the rich history of Canadian naval aviation and the contributions of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Canadian Forces to aviation.
Shearwater Aviation Museum
34 Bonaventure Street
Shearwater
Nova Scotia B0J 3A0
Shearwater Aviation Museum
12 Wing
P.O. Box 5000 Stn Main
Shearwater
Nova Scotia B0J 3A0
www.shearwateraviationmuseum.ns.ca
info@shearwateraviationmuseum.ns.ca
+1 902-720-1083
Fax +1 902-720-2037
June – August
- Monday – Friday 10:00 – 17:00
- Saturday, Sunday & Holiday Mondays* 12:00 – 16:00
April, May & September – November
- Monday – Friday 10:00 – 17:00
- Saturdays 12:00 – 16:00
- Sundays Closed
December – March
- Monday-Friday 10:00 – 17:00
- March Break 10:00 – 17:00
*Open 12:00 – 16:00 on SUMMER FEDERAL HOLIDAYS (Canada Day & NATAL DAY)
No admission is charged, but donations are requested.
Gift shop
Aircraft collection
| CF-SEB/RCAF 2312
CF- 114075 FP462 HS469 1501/501 12157/57 C-FIMR/53610/303 85861/TF-D P3670/YO-E 133038 133618 101063 126402/100 2777/930 116832 51-16621/245 12401 12431 12441 55885/885 55891 CF-BYJ/915 | Beech 3NM Expeditor
Cessna 150 (wreck) Canadair Tutor CT-114 “Snowbird” Fairey Firefly FR.1 Fairy Swordfish Mk.IV Grumman S-2F/CP 121 Tracker Grumman CS2F/CP 121 Tracker Grumman TBM-3 Avenger Grumman TBM-3 Avenger Hawker Hurricane (replica) Lockheed CT-133 Silver Star Lockheed CT-133 Silver Star (cockpit) McDonnell CF-101B Voodoo McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee North American Harvard II Northrop CF-116B (F 5B) Freedom Fighter Piasecki UH-25B Retriever Sikorsky CH-124A Sea King Sikorsky CH-124A Sea King Sikorsky CH-124B Sea King (on road to Museum) Sikorsky HO4S-3 “Horse” Sikorsky HO4S-3 “Horse” Supermarine Stranraer |
Highlights Shearwater Aviation Museum:
- Aircraft Collection: The museum displays a variety of aircraft, including historical helicopters and airplanes that have played a significant role in Canadian naval operations.
- Exhibits: Visitors can explore numerous artifacts, including uniforms, photographs, and equipment related to the history of naval aviation in Canada.
- Restoration Projects: The museum is involved in the restoration of various aircraft, ensuring that important pieces of aviation history are preserved for future generations.
Additional Features:
- Educational Programs: The Shearwater Aviation Museum offers educational resources and programs, especially for school groups and aviation enthusiasts.
- Community Engagement: As part of the local community, the museum hosts events and provides a fascinating insight into the history of military aviation in the region.