Air Combat Museum - Springfield, Illinois

Air Combat Museum - Springfield, Illinois
Are you interested in the planes of the past that fought in the wars? Then you will truly enjoy the museum.

The most famous fighter plane built by the US during World War II, the Mustang escorted Allied bombers all the way to Berlin, Germany and back to bases in England. Its brave pilots could out-fight anything the enemy sent up against it. The plane on display, the P-51, saw service in Europe during WWII. Late in the war, P-51’s also escorted B-29s from their bases in the south Pacific to Tokyo and back. The fighter also supported infantry, flying ground attack missions during the Korean War.

The Vought F4U-5N Corsairs combination of bombs, rockets and lethal cannon fire denied the enemy the use of road convoys and railways during daylight. It was also a very successful night fighter.

Hours
The museum is open from 9 to 4 PM on Monday through Friday, except for special occasions and national holidays. Please note: We are closed from 12:00 to 1:00 PM for lunch.

Please call 217-789-P51D(7513) for more information.

Tours
Guided tours by appointment with a $20.00 donation. Please call us at 217-698-3990 to arrange your tour.

Location: 835 South Airport Rd., Springfield, Illinois