{"id":4388,"date":"2016-03-28T13:37:06","date_gmt":"2016-03-28T11:37:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/?page_id=4388"},"modified":"2025-01-03T15:47:48","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T13:47:48","slug":"u-s-army-aviation-museum","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/u-s-army-aviation-museum\/","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Army Aviation Museum"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>U.S. Army Aviation Museum<\/strong>, located at <strong>Fort Novosel<\/strong> (formerly Fort Rucker), <strong>Alabama<\/strong>, is a premier institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of <strong>Army aviation<\/strong>. This museum provides a comprehensive look at the evolution of military aircraft and the role of aviation in the U.S. Army&#8217;s operations. The museum houses over 75 aircraft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>U.S. Army Aviation Museum<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"widget-pane-section-info-text\">6000 Novosel Street<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"widget-pane-section-info-text\">Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker)<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"widget-pane-section-info-text\">Alabama 36362<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/north-america-2\/\">USA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.armyaviationmuseum.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.armyaviationmuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"txt\"><a href=\"mailto:aamfmanager@armyaviationmuseum.org\">aamfmanager@armyaviationmuseum.org<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">+1 (334) 598-2508<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span id=\"skype_c2c_container\" dir=\"ltr\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-numbertocall=\"+18882769286\" data-numbertype=\"tollfree\" data-isfreecall=\"true\" data-isrtl=\"false\" data-ismobile=\"false\"><span dir=\"ltr\"><span id=\"free_num_ui\">+1-888-ARMY-AVN<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"txt\">Monday &#8211; Friday 09:00 &#8211; 16:00<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"txt\">Saturday 09:00 &#8211; 15:00<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open Memorial Day, Veterans Day and Independence Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Closed Sundays and all other Federal Holidays<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Free admission<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gift shop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Army-Aviation-Museum-Foundation-Inc\/380581991978801?fref=ts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-922 noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"25\" height=\"25\" src=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/facebook.jpg\" alt=\"facebook\" class=\"wp-image-922\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d872533.9283819643!2d-86.25509422903284!3d31.322102!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x0%3A0x2ad35df7d146807e!2sU.S.+Army+Aviation+Museum!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1459164985220\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aircraft collection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/u-s-army-aviation-museum\/sikorsky-r-4b-hoverfly-i-43-46592\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-4389\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"240\" height=\"118\" src=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Sikorsky-R-4B-Hoverfly-I-43-46592.jpg\" alt=\"Sikorsky R-4B Hoverfly I 43-46592\" class=\"wp-image-4389\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>52-6219 <p>47-0924\/LH-924<\/p> <p>58-1359<\/p> <p>N73927<\/p> <p>N209J<\/p> <p>66-15246<\/p> <p>68-17109<\/p> <p>70-16072<\/p> <p>48-0845<\/p> <p>51-14193<\/p> <p>51-14218<\/p> <p>67-17024<\/p> <p>71-20468<\/p> <p>68-16734<\/p> <p>68-16903<\/p> <p>92-00581<\/p> <p>60-3554<\/p> <p>63-8781<\/p> <p>63-12972<\/p> <p>65-9974<\/p> <p>54459<\/p> <p>73-22247<\/p> <p>60-6030<\/p> <p>&#8211;<\/p> <p>94-3027<\/p> <p>65-07992<\/p> <p>60-3451<\/p> <p>87-00108\/08C<\/p>67-14519<br><p>50-1327<\/p> <p>67-15000<\/p> <p>57-5863<\/p> <p>18-2780\/525<\/p> <p>57-6135<\/p> <p>57-3080<\/p> <p>51-6263<\/p> <p>143\/18<\/p> <p>62-5860<\/p> <p>51-3975<\/p> <p>67-16404<\/p> <p>68-17340\/16<\/p> <p>67-16795<\/p> <p>73-22249<\/p> <p>131485<\/p> <p>66-8832<\/p> <p>69-18000<\/p> <p>N52463\/17-6531<\/p> <p>61-0685<\/p> <p>56-2040<\/p> <p>51-16616<\/p> <p>&#8211;<\/p> <p>43-0515<\/p> <p>1780<\/p> <p>F8010<\/p> <p>48-1046<\/p> <p>N705NA<\/p> <p>53-4526<\/p> <p>55-0644<\/p> <p>68-18438<\/p> <p>48-0558<\/p> <p>90-26288<\/p> <p>43-46592<\/p> <p>43-46645<\/p> <p>43-45473<\/p> <p>56-4320<\/p> <p>81-23594<\/p> <p>73-21651<\/p> <p>B6291<\/p> <p>N47652\/26<\/p> <p>&#8211;<\/p><\/td><td>Aero YU-9A Commander (removed) <p>Aeronca L-16A Champ<\/p> <p>Beech U-8G Seminole<\/p> <p>Bell 207 Sioux Scout<\/p> <p>Bell AH-1G Cobra<\/p> <p>Bell AH-1G Cobra<\/p> <p>Bell AH-1S Cobra<\/p> <p>Bell AH-1S Cobra<\/p> <p>Bell OH-13C Sioux<\/p> <p>Bell OH-13E Sioux<\/p> <p>Bell OH-13E Sioux<\/p> <p>Bell TH-13T Sioux<\/p> <p>Bell OH-58A Kiowa<\/p> <p>Bell OH-58C Kiowa<\/p> <p>Bell OH-58C Kiowa<\/p> <p>Bell OH-58D(I) Kiowa<\/p> <p>Bell UH-1B Iroquois<\/p> <p>Bell UH-1H Iroquois<\/p> <p>Bell UH-1H Iroquois<\/p> <p>Bell UH-1D Iroquois (wreck)<\/p> <p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/2016\/10\/28\/bell-helicopters-celebrating-iconic-hueys-roots\/\">Bell XH-40<\/a><\/p> <p>Bell YH-63A<\/p> <p>Bell YUH-1D Iroquois<\/p> <p>Bleriot XIII<\/p> <p>Boeing\/Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche<\/p> <p>Boeing-Vertol CH-347 Fly-By-Wire<\/p> <p>Boeing-Vertol CH-47A Chinook<\/p> <p>Boeing-Vertol CH-47D Chinook<\/p>Cessna A-37 Dragonfly<p>Cessna O-1A Bird Dog<\/p> <p><span class=\"st\">Cessna T-41B Mescalero<\/span><\/p> <p>Cessna U-3A\u00a0Blue Canoe<\/p> <p>Curtiss JN-4D Jenny<\/p> <p>de Havilland-Canada U-1A-DH Otter<\/p> <p>de Havilland-Canada YC-7A Caribou<\/p> <p>De Havilland-Canada YU-6A Beaver<\/p> <p>Fokker EV (replica)<\/p> <p>Grumman OV-1B Mohawk<\/p> <p>Hiller OH-23B Raven<\/p> <p>Hughes OH-6A Cayuse<\/p> <p>Hughes OH-6A Cayuse<\/p> <p>Hughes TH-55A Osage<\/p> <p>Hughes YAH-64A Apache<\/p> <p>Lockheed AP-2E Neptune<\/p> <p>Lockheed AH-56A Cheyenne<\/p> <p><span class=\"st\"> Lockheed YO-3 Quiet Star<\/span><\/p> <p>Nieuport 28C-1 (replica)<\/p> <p>North American CT-39A Sabreliner<\/p> <p>Piasecki CH-21C Shawnee<\/p> <p>Piasecki CH-25A Army Mule<\/p> <p>Piper L-4A Cub<\/p> <p>Piper L-4B Cub<\/p> <p>Royal Aircraft Factory BE-2C<\/p> <p>Royal Aircraft Factory SE.5A<\/p> <p>Ryan L-18B Navion<\/p> <p><span class=\"st\">Ryan XV-5B<\/span><\/p> <p>Sikorsky CH-34A Choctaw<\/p> <p>Sikorsky CH-37B Mojave<\/p> <p>Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe<\/p> <p>Sikorsky H-5G Dragonfly<\/p> <p>Sikorsky MH-60L Black Hawk<\/p> <p>Sikorsky R-4B Hoverfly I<\/p> <p>Sikorsky R-5 Dragonfly<\/p> <p>Sikorsky R-6A Hoverfly II<\/p> <p>Sikorsky VH-34A Army One<\/p> <p>Sikorsky VH-60A Blackhawk<\/p> <p>Sikorsky YUH-60A Blackhawk<\/p> <p>Sopwith F.1 Camel (replica)<\/p> <p>Taylorcraft L-2A Grasshopper<\/p> <p>Wright Model B Flyer (replica)<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights of the U.S. Army Aviation Museum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Extensive Aircraft Collection<\/strong><br>The museum houses over 160 aircraft, making it one of the largest helicopter collections in the world. Highlights include:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The iconic <strong>Bell UH-1 Huey<\/strong>, a symbol of the Vietnam War.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <strong>AH-64 Apache<\/strong>, a formidable attack helicopter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historic fixed-wing aircraft like the <strong>Piper L-4 Grasshopper<\/strong> and the <strong>De Havilland Canada YC-7A Caribou<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chronological Displays<\/strong><br>The exhibits trace the evolution of Army aviation from the early days of observation balloons during the Civil War to modern rotorcraft and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vietnam War Exhibit<\/strong><br>A prominent section of the museum focuses on the Vietnam War, highlighting the critical role of helicopters in combat, medical evacuation, and troop transport. Visitors can see restored aircraft used during the conflict and learn about the pilots&#8217; experiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interactive Displays<\/strong><br>The museum features engaging, hands-on exhibits, including flight simulators, allowing visitors to experience what it\u2019s like to pilot a helicopter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Educational Programs<\/strong><br>The museum offers educational opportunities for students, veterans, and aviation enthusiasts, including guided tours, workshops, and special events.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The U.S. Army Aviation Museum provides an immersive experience for visitors to explore the rich history of Army aviation. Whether you&#8217;re a military enthusiast, a student of history, or someone fascinated by the mechanics of flight, this museum offers a unique and educational journey through the evolution of aerial combat and support.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The U.S. Army Aviation Museum, located at Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker), Alabama, is a premier institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of&#8230;<\/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-4388","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4388","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=4388"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4388\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":31432,"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4388\/revisions\/31432"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aviationmuseum.eu\/Blogvorm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4388"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}