{"id":25181,"date":"2021-11-06T19:10:22","date_gmt":"2021-11-06T17:10:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/?page_id=25181"},"modified":"2025-03-15T17:22:09","modified_gmt":"2025-03-15T15:22:09","slug":"museale-dellaves","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/museale-dellaves\/","title":{"rendered":"Museale dell&#8217;AVES"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Museo dell\u2019AVES<\/strong> (Museo Museale dell&#8217;AVES), located in <strong>Viterbo<\/strong>, Italy, is a specialized museum dedicated to the history of aviation, specifically focused on the history and evolution of <strong>military aviation<\/strong> and <strong>aircraft technology<\/strong>. The museum is run by <strong>AVES<\/strong>, an Italian aviation association, and offers an extensive collection of artifacts related to aviation, including military aircraft, engines, and equipment, as well as historical items related to the aviation sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Museale dell&#8217;AVES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Centro Addestrativo Aviazione dell&#8217;Esercito Viterbo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Dante Chelotti&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SP2, Strada Tuscanese n. 28<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">01100 Viterbo VT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/2015\/05\/29\/italy\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"484\">Italy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"mailto:salamusealeaves@anae.it\">salamusealeaves@anae.it<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">can be visited by schools or groups by booking<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">+39 335 871 0991<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d188492.19950294262!2d11.931396510025708!3d42.42367733907458!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x1328d32c8c51b549%3A0xf2a92ae0f3e0e609!2sArmy%20Aviation%20Center%20training%20aspects%20Viterbo!5e0!3m2!1snl!2snl!4v1636216407300!5m2!1snl!2snl\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Aircraft collection<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"728\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Agusta-Bell-AB204B-MM80320-E.I.220-Italian-Army-Aviation-728x422.jpg\" alt=\"Agusta Bell AB204B MM80320\/E.I.220 Italian Army Aviation\" class=\"wp-image-25182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Agusta-Bell-AB204B-MM80320-E.I.220-Italian-Army-Aviation-728x422.jpg 728w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Agusta-Bell-AB204B-MM80320-E.I.220-Italian-Army-Aviation-420x244.jpg 420w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Agusta-Bell-AB204B-MM80320-E.I.220-Italian-Army-Aviation-240x139.jpg 240w, https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Agusta-Bell-AB204B-MM80320-E.I.220-Italian-Army-Aviation.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Agusta Bell AB204B MM80320\/E.I.220 Italian Army Aviation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table><tbody><tr><td>MM80867\/E.I.599<br><br>MM81242\/E.I.954<br><br>MM80263\/E.I.24<br><br>MM80320\/E.I.220<br><br>MM80697\/E.I.326<br><br>MM80867\/E.I.599<br><br>(MM81500)\/E.I.417<br><br>MM80811\/73<br><br>MM81386\/E.I.832<br><br>MM61-2964\/E.I.27<br><br>MM52-2415\/E.I.85<br><br>MM54-2397\/E.I.206<br><br>MM54-2552\/E.I.252<br><br>MM57229\/E.I.436<\/td><td>Agusta A109T<br><br>Agusta A129CBT<br><br>Agusta Bell AB47J-3<br><br>Agusta Bell AB204B<br><br>Agusta Bell AB205A<br><br>Agusta Bell AB206C-1<br><br>Agusta Bell AB212 <br><br>Bell OH-13H Sioux<br><br>Boeing CH47C+ Chinook<br><br>Cessna L-19E Bird Dog<br><br>Piper L-18C Cub<br><br>Piper L-21B Super Cub<br><br>Piper L-21B Super Cub <br><br>SIAI-Marchetti SM.1019E<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features of the Museo dell\u2019AVES:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Military Aircraft Collection<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum showcases a wide variety of <strong>military aircraft<\/strong> used by the <strong>Army Aviation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It includes a variety of <strong>aircraft models<\/strong>, <strong>parts<\/strong>, and <strong>replicas<\/strong> that demonstrate the technological evolution of aviation in Italy. Some notable exhibits may include <strong>fighter planes<\/strong>, <strong>bombers<\/strong>, and <strong>training aircraft<\/strong> used by the military throughout the years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aircraft Engines and Propulsion Systems<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum houses a selection of <strong>aircraft engines<\/strong> that were used in various military and civilian aircraft throughout Italy\u2019s aviation history. These engines provide valuable insights into the <strong>technological advancements<\/strong> in flight propulsion over the years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aviation Equipment and Memorabilia<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exhibits include a variety of <strong>military aviation equipment<\/strong>, such as <strong>pilot uniforms<\/strong>, <strong>helmets<\/strong>, and <strong>aviation tools<\/strong> used by the Italian military during the world wars and beyond.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The museum also preserves a collection of <strong>historical documents<\/strong>, <strong>photographs<\/strong>, and <strong>manuals<\/strong> that highlight the development of aviation in Italy, as well as the experiences of pilots and aircrew members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Italian Air Force Contributions<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One of the primary focuses of the museum is the contribution of <strong>Italy\u2019s air forces<\/strong> to <strong>military operations<\/strong> during various conflicts, including <strong>World War II<\/strong>. Visitors can learn about the <strong>Italian Air Force\u2019s role<\/strong> during key historical moments and explore aircraft that participated in these campaigns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>Museo dell\u2019AVES<\/strong> also emphasizes the technical and strategic innovations of Italy\u2019s military aviation throughout the 20th century.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aviation Models<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum features <strong>scale models<\/strong> of many different aircraft, helping visitors appreciate the intricate designs and the historical importance of the planes in aviation history.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These models may include famous aircraft like the <strong>Macchi C.202<\/strong>, <strong>Fiat G.50<\/strong>, and others that were used by Italy during wartime.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Educational Programs<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Museo dell\u2019AVES<\/strong> offers educational resources for students and visitors interested in <strong>aviation history<\/strong>. Special programs may focus on different aspects of aviation, from <strong>aerodynamics<\/strong> to the <strong>history of military aviation<\/strong> in Italy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The museum is also involved in <strong>preserving aviation heritage<\/strong> by collecting and restoring key historical artifacts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Special Exhibits<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The museum frequently hosts special <strong>temporary exhibitions<\/strong> that may focus on specific themes within aviation history, such as the <strong>development of military aircraft<\/strong>, <strong>aviation during wartime<\/strong>, or the <strong>advances in flight technology<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Museo dell\u2019AVES<\/strong> area is located inside the &#8220;Dante Chelotti&#8221; barracks in Viterbo, home of the Army Aviation Training Center. It includes an outdoor green area that houses some historical aircraft and a guided tour through 5 main rooms and three thematic spots, whose access corridor is set up as the interior of a CH-47 helicopter in order to immediately project the visitor into the reality of flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photo Santo Cuce.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Museale dell&#8217;AVES Viterbo VT, Italy Aircraft: Agusta A109T, Agusta Bell AB47J-3, AB204B, AB205A, AB206C-1, AB212, Chinook, Super Cub, SIAI-Marchetti SM.1019E<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-25181","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/25181","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25181"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/25181\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":34734,"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/25181\/revisions\/34734"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25181"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}