Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum, MCAS Miramar
N 32° 53.483 W 117° 08.299
11S E 487063 N 3639254
What sets this museum apart from all others is the fact that it is the only museum in the World dedicated to preserving the incredible contributions made by Marine Corps Aviators and their ground support personnel.
Waymark Code: WM2YXA
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 01/12/2008
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The museum is comprised of an outdoor area, displaying an average of at least twenty five vintage aircraft and an indoor display of memorabilia and artifacts dating to the earliest days of Marine Corps Aviation. Many items are one of a kind and range from fine art portraits to military clothing and weapons used during specific campaigns. The museum holds the only exhibit in the United States devoted to the history of the Woman Marine, including original uniforms, history timeline and memorabilia. The museum also displays the permanent trophies and the current year recipients of twenty five individual and unit awards, selected by the Commandant of the Marine Corps for excellence in their occupational speciality.
The museum in on MCAS Miramar, but there is a civilian entrance on Miramar Road.
Museum Name: The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum
Museum Web Address: [Web Link]
Museum Address:
T-4203 Anderson Avenue
San Diego, CA USA
92145-0316
Museum Focus:: Marine Corps Aviation
Hours of Operation:: From: 9:00 AM To: 1:30 PM
List at least one aircraft on display:: McDonnell Douglas F/A-18A Hornet
Cost:: Not Listed
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