President’s Updates
President and CEO of the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation, Brigadier General Michael J. Aguilar, USMC retired, periodically writes a column on efforts to save the collection and move it to a new home in Great Park, Irvine, California.
President’s Update-November 2022
General Aguilar updates readers on the status of the museum and appeals for donations in order to continue the process of moving and re-establishing the museum.
President’s Update-June 2022
The Memorandum of Understandings has been signed by all parties so the race to re-establish the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum in Hangar 296 in Great Park, Irvine has begun! Also, view the museums action plan and project timeline.
2021-2022 Art Contest Winners Announced
Winners of the 2021-2022 “Marines in Flight” Student Art Contest have been announced.
2021-2022 Essay Contest Winners Announced
2021-2022 Essay Contest Winners Announced The Board of Directors and staffs of the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation and the Character Education Resource Center of the University of San Diego are pleased to announce the winners of the 2021-2022 "Honor, Courage...
President’s Update-May 2022
Officials from the City of Irvine have signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to move the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum to its new home in Hangar 296 at Great Park.
President’s Update-April 2022
General Aguilar anticipates that the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) allowing the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum to be established at Great Park, Irvine, CA will be signed by all parties by the end of May. In anticipation of the signing of the document, planning and fundraising for the establishment of the new world class museum preserving and sharing the legacy of Marine aviation is ongoing.
President’s Update-March 2022
President of the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum, BGen Michael Aguilar, reports that the Advisory Board of the Museum has been touring Hangar 296 with architects and engineers in anticipation that the final Memorandum of Understanding with the Marine Corps lending the MCAS Miramar command museum’s collection to the site will be signed very soon.
Explore Our Ongoing Programs
While working on relocating the museum, we are continuing our programs to preserve and share the legacy of USMC aviation through our education programs and activities.
Marine Spouse Recognition Program
To honor and highlight the resiliency, strength, and dedication of USMC spouses
Nominations for the 2023 award are now being accepted.
Deadline for submissions is May 19, 2023
Essay Contest
Our annual essay contest for grades 6-12 encourages students to develop and improve their thinking and writing skills as they address core values of the US Marine Corps and our society.
Submissions are now being accepted! Deadline is May 10, 2023.
Annual Art Contest
Gives students a platform to express their artistic and creative skills as they learn about U.S. and aviation history.
Submissions are now being accepted! Deadline is May 10, 2023.
Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum – Online
During our museum’s journey to Great Park in Irvine, CA , we hope you will continue to enjoy the aircraft exhibited in our online gallery. We are dedicated to preserving history and the incredible contributions made by the men and women of Marine Corps Aviation.
