Introducing......
Kids of all ages ask questions online and get answers from our experts.
Museum Hours:
Wed.-Sun. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
(Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and some federal holidays.)
Free Admission and Parking
Free Events & Exhibits
Family Friendly
Location
4203 Anderson Ave
San Diego, CA 92145-0316
Phone: 858-693-1723
*see location page for mailing address
Events- Exhibits
- Picnic with a Pilot - Events
- Open Cockpit Days - Events
- Military Working Dogs Events
- Military Art- NASA Logos-Exhibit
-Student Art-Exhibit
Displays
Explore the Marine aircraft and artifacts at our family friendly museum.
We look forward to sharing our love of USMC Aviation history with you.
Latest from the Blog
Flying the Texan (SNJ) with Maj Glenn Ferguson
In this week’s episode, World War II pilot Major Glenn Ferguson answer’s 13-year- old Frank’s questions about flying the T-6 Texan and completing a “high side run.”
What is a “Leatherneck”?
In today's podcast, Chuck Meadows, Operations Manager of the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation, answers the frequently asked question "What is a Leatherneck?"
Training and Nicknames
“Mustang Mike”, Major Mike Wifler (USMC-retired), answers questions posed by Evan about USMC training and nicknames. Justin Whitney interviewed Major Wifler on the grounds of the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum at MCAS Miramar.
Major Wifler served in the Marine Corps with honor, courage, and commitment for over 26 years. His dedication to the Corps has extended his service as docent at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum for an additional 16 years.
Listen to the podcast by clicking below. Get instructions on how to get your questions answered by our experts on The Inside Loop page under the education tab.
Learning to Fly during WWII in the N2S Stearman
World War II torpedo bomber pilot, Major Glenn Ferguson (USMC-retired), describes his first flight as a student in the N2S-Stearman, a bi-plane with an open cockpit.
Happy 245th Birthday Marines!
Although the Marine Corps was formed by the Second Continental Congress on November 10, 1775, it was not until 1921 that the Corps began celebrating the day officially as its birthday.
Listen to the 2020 birthday message from the Commandant of the USMC, General David H. Berger.
Becoming a Pilot: Interview with LtCol Richard Toettcher
Highly decorated medical evacuation and fighter pilot, LtCol Richard Toettcher (USMC-retired), answers Jacob's question about what inspired him to become a pilot and the steps he took as a child to reach his goal.
