Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

Join us tomorrow for PHAMily Fun Day! Experience hands-on learning with flight training, kite flying, games, and a museum-wide scavenger hunt. Explore exhibits from Hawaiian Airlines, Battleship Missouri Memorial, and more. Don’t miss aviator Tracey Curtis-Taylor’s special presentation and book signing, plus an exclusive sneak peek at her upcoming movie!

🗓️: Saturday, September 21
⏰: 10AM-4PM
🎟️: Kama'aina and Military: $5 pre-registration / $10 at the door
❗️Pre-registration ends at 11:59 PM tonight.❗️
🔗: Register here: https://bit.ly/4ebSMCD
**Members get FREE admission.**

See you there! ✨

Join us next Friday, September 27th for an informative discussion with historian and author, Evan Thomas and moderator, Museum's Senior Manager of Education, Lt. Col William "Spin" Spincola, USAF (Ret.), on how three uniquely different men orchestrated the unconditional surrender of an Empire.

Don’t miss it!

🗓️ : September 27th
⏰ : 9:00 AM HST
🔗 : https://bit.ly/4evqrHr

Looking for a unique venue for your company party or holiday event? Hangar 37 offers a one-of-a-kind space with historical charm. Make your event unforgettable when you book with us! https://bit.ly/3zn1MGi

Get your Tickets TODAY! 🎟️

Join us next week for a day of excitement and discovery at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum’s PHAMily Fun Day! 🌟 Bring the whole family to enjoy kite flying, interactive games, open cockpit experiences, and a Museum-wide scavenger hunt. Dive into hands-on learning with RC flight simulator training, engaging activities, and a chance to explore Hawaii’s aviation history. 🛩️ Plus, local exhibitors will showcase fascinating displays!

Don’t miss a special presentation and book signing by world-renowned aviator and author, Tracey Curtis-Taylor, who made history with her epic flights in a 1942 Boeing Stearman biplane!

🗓️: Saturday, September 21
⏰: 10AM-4PM
🎟️: Kama'aina and Military, $5 admission with pre-registration, $10 at the door
➡️ Registration link: https://bit.ly/4ebSMCD

**Members get FREE admission**—register now and we’ll see you there!

On September 10, 1942, Nancy Harkness Love founded the Women's Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron (WAFS), where 25 pioneering women pilots began delivering aircraft to military bases.

On August 5, 1943, less than a year later, the WAFS merged with the Women's Flying Training Detachment to form the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). While most WASP pilots flew ferry missions, some undertook unique and risky operations, including piloting Navy and Army bombers for targetry missions. Except for combat missions, they had undertaken every task male pilots had along with the risks. Their efforts not only provided essential logistical support, but inspired new generations of women to serve for years to come.

Bring the whole family to PHAMily Fun Day on Saturday, September 21! With just $5 admission when you pre-register, you'll unlock a full day of exciting, keiki-friendly activities and the chance to dive into Hawaii’s rich aviation history. ✈️
Don’t miss out on a day of adventure and fun for all ages! Grab your tickets today and join us for an action-packed PHAMily Fun Day at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum!
🗓️ : Saturday September 21
⏰ : 10AM-4PM
🎟️ : Kama'aina and Military, $5 admission with pre-registration, $10 at the door
🔗 : https://bit.ly/4ebSMCD

Did you know? Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum’s Library is home to an extensive collection of rare books, documents, and artifacts detailing the history of aviation and WWII. Now, you can book an appointment online to access these incredible resources. Start your journey into the past with just a few clicks!
Appointments are free and open to the public! Book your appointment here: https://bit.ly/4dVuE7t

On Saturday, September 21, come experience an action-packed PHAMily Fun Day at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum!
Join us while we explore the fascinating world of aviation with keiki-friendly games and activities, open cockpits, inspiring local exhibitors, and the opportunity to learn about Hawaii's aviation history!
Whether your keiki dream of being pilots or simply enjoy exciting adventures, there's something for everyone. Come spend the day igniting a passion for history and flight, while making fun memories for the whole family!

Mahalo Pacific Air Cargo, The Premier Air Cargo operator across the Pacific, for their support of “The Walt Disney Studios and World War II” exhibition. Pacific Air Cargo has proved to be a philanthropic pillar in the community with their efforts to support non-profit organizations including Fisher House Foundation, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and more. Their unwavering support has allowed us to bring key artifacts and exhibits to the island to share with our guests. Thank you Pacific Air Cargo for your continued support!

This is the Book of Navy Songs, carefully compiled melodies collected and edited by the Trident Society of the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland. Published in 1926, this book showcases the typical songs sung by men and officers of the United States Navy from its very birth right down to the present day. This wonderful collection has preserved Historical songs and ballads, Naval Academy Songs, Songs of the Landing Parties, Wardroom Songs, and Shanties. Do you know any famous Navy songs? Let us know in the comments!

Time to paws and celebrate National Dog Day! 🐶

War dogs or military working dogs have been around for centuries worldwide.
Messenger dogs were a key part of communications operations in the Pacific where dense jungles and rough terrain made for spotty and sometimes unreliable radio communication. Messenger dogs were trained with two handlers. One stayed back to receive messages and one went out with troops to be able to relay information back to headquarters.

Thank you to our Gold Sponsor, CarWash808 Express, for their incredible support of our newest exhibition, "The Walt Disney Studios and World War II"! Their dedication to our local community and commitment to philanthropy exemplify the spirit of aloha. We are proud to partner with such a generous and community-minded organization. Mahalo!

Fuel your adventure at the Hangar Cafe! 🚀 Order your favorite bites online ahead of your arrival and take a delicious break in the heart of history. Quick, easy, and ready for you when you walk in the door! ✈️🍔

Place your online order: https://bit.ly/4dVer1O

Time is Running Out to Double Your Impact!
Every donation to our new P-38 Lightning exhibit will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $100,000 by the 475th Fighter Group Historical Foundation. Please help us preserve the legacy of heroic pilots like PJ Dahl (pictured) who flew and fought in these legendary aircraft.
·Gifts of $250 or more: Your name will be featured in a special donor section on our upcoming P-38 Lightning Exhibit webpage·Gifts of $150 or more: Receive a special video from WWII P-38 ace PJ Dahl, recounting his harrowing experiences.

Remember, every dollar you donate will be doubled!
Give today to make a lasting difference: https://bit.ly/3AwFim9

Meet our two docents-turned-authors, John C. Buckingham and LTC (ret) Richard A. Vargus, as they sign their recently published books!
🗓️ Monday, Aug. 26th
📍 Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, Hangar 37
Don’t miss this chance to get your copy signed and chat with the authors about the stories behind the creation of the book. This is included with your Museum admission ticket!

Since June, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum has been home to “The Walt Disney Studios and World War II” exhibit. This exhibit takes you through the story of Walt Disney and his involvement in World War II, BUT NOW you can elevate your experience inside the exhibit with two new guided tour options!

NOW OFFERING:

“Disney Guided Tour”
•Docent-led, guided tour of the stories and artifacts in The Walt Disney Studios exhibition.
•Guided tour of Hangar 37, main Museum gallery, with stories of America’s involvement in World War II through aviation.

AND
“Ultimate Disney Tour”
•Docent-led, guided tours of both The Walt Disney Studios exhibition and Hangar 37.
•The Top of the Tower Tour: A first-class guided tour in the iconic Ford Island Control Tower, with a 360-degree view of the battlefield from the observation deck.

Book your tour today: https://bit.ly/3WMRWFb

Reminder: Don’t Miss Our B-25 Webinar!

Join us tomorrow for “Ship Killers: The B-25 in the South West Pacific during WWII” featuring historian and author, John Bruning!

Discover the B-25’s impact on air combat with insights from the author of “53 Days on Starvation Island” and more.

Preregister for this online event at the link below.
🗓️ : Tomorrow, August 16th
⏰ : 9:00 AM HST
🔗 : https://bit.ly/4dwqhPA

WWII P-38 Fighter Ace, Col. Perry J. “PJ” Dahl's inspiring tales of aerial combat are nothing short of what legends are made of. Entering combat just shy of his 20th birthday, but looking closer to 15, PJ needed extra seat cushions to reach the pedals of his plane.

"At 5’4”, I was passed over by the basketball team," PJ laughs. Yet, he soon became a giant in the air, scoring nine victories while flying with the famed 475th Fighter Group known as "Satan’s Angels."

Help us preserve heroic stories like Dahl’s in our new P-38 Lightning exhibit. Your donation will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $100,000 by the 475th Fighter Group Historical Foundation. Every contribution makes a difference!

Make your contribution today: https://bit.ly/3AwFim9

reminds us a lot of a middle seat – sometimes over shadowed but important for the whole setup. There is one middle seat we still wonder about – in traditional torpedo/bombers, a pilot, an observer, and a gunner/radio operator sat behind each other, like ducks in a row.

At first glance, the Grumman TBF/TBM Avenger torpedo/bomber looks like it has the same seating plan. There is a pilot, a long canopy, and then a gun position. Yet World War II Avenger photographs rarely show someone in the middle seat. Where did the third crew member sit?

Comment below if you know the answer!!

Meet WWII Veteran and Museum volunteer John Gleeson every Sunday in Hangar 37!

From 12:30PM to 2:30PM each Sunday, John Gleeson invites all visitors to the Museum to come hear his incredible stories as a WWII B-24 Bomber Flight Engineer, his lifelong love of aviation, and his recent trip to Normandy for the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
At 100 years old - John Gleeson has a wealth of stories to share, and wants to take this time to pass his message on to younger generations. Stop by this Sunday and say hi!

Today, 8/9: Due to an emergency repair by the Navy, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum will experience power outages throughout our campus from 6:30am – 4:30pm.

We will stay open with some limitations to our Museum. Historic Hangars 37 and 79 will be open as well as our newest exhibit, “The Walt Disney Studio and World War II”.

To maximize your experience at our Museum, we will open the cockpits to some of our popular aircraft for viewing and photo opportunities. Complimentary Hangar Guided Tours will also be available on a first-come, first serve basis.

We will not be operating our Top of the Tower Tour or Flight Simulators, and our Hangar Café will be closed. We will have Kehau’s Kitchen food truck onsite serving delicious local dishes. The Museum Store will be open with limited registers. We thank you for your patience!

August 16th, join us to discover the heroes and innovators behind the B-25 Mitchell Bomber’s evolution in our upcoming webinar, “Ship Killers: The B-25 in the South West Pacific during WWII.”

We will cover whom developed new air combat tactics, revolutionary doctrine, and cutting-edge engineering developments that defined the B-25’s role during World War II.

We’re thrilled to have acclaimed author and historian John Bruning, known for his works “Indestructible”, “Ship Strike Pacific”, “Jungle Ace”, “Crimson Sky”, and “Fifty-Three Days on Starvation Island”, as our guest speaker.

Don’t miss this one! Preregister for this online event at the link below.
🗓️ : August 16th
⏰ : 9:00 AM HST
🔗 : https://bit.ly/4dwqhPA

In honor of Purple Heart Day, we would like to recognize the Purple Heart posthumously awarded to Theodore Croft AOMC, USN, known as “Ted”.

He was killed in action on Ford Island during the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor while working in Hangar 6 as a Petty Officer First Class with Squadron 21. The Purple Heart symbolizes the bravery and sacrifices made by service members in combat. Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is honored to have this Purple Heart in our collection.

On , we remember the courage and resilience of our servicemen and women and remain forever grateful as a nation.

Travel smart with these Pearl Harbor Essentials: 🌟👟

Comfy shoes, sun protection, and your camera are must-haves! Make sure to set aside enough time to fully experience the historical sites.
Tip: Leave your bags at home or securely in the car (only clear bags are allowed at all Pearl Harbor sites) but a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated is welcomed!

What essentials made your visit to Pearl Harbor unforgettable? Share your tips with us!

Today, 8/2: Due to an emergency repair by the Navy, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum will experience power outages throughout our campus from 10am - 2pm. We will stay open with some limitations to our Museum.

Historic Hangars 37 and 79 will be open as well as our Newest exhibit, "The Walt Disney Studios and World War II". Our Top of the Tower Tour will be available starting with the 2:20 tour.

Flight Simulators and Museum Store open at 2:00.

Hangar Cafe will be open with a limited menu. Mobile ordering will not be available.

Mahalo for your patience.

Good news for our Museum Members... 😄

Our valued Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Members have two new discounts available to them!

Active members now receive 10% off the Top of the Tower Tour tickets AND 10% discount off Flight simulator tickets! Learn more about these two new benefits and become a valued Museum Member today!

https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/sup.../membership/

* Top of the Tower Tour tickets can be purchased at the link above. Use the discount code included in your confirmation email, or existing members can email [email protected] to receive the code.
* Flight simulator tickets can be purchased onsite.

Today, 7/29: Due to temporary internet issues, you may experience delays at our front desk, cafe, and store. Our phone lines are also affected, so you might have some trouble connecting with our staff. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We’re working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Mahalo for your patience!

For a limited time, donations made towards the new P-38 Lightning exhibit will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $100,000 by the 475th Fighter Group Historical Foundation. Every contribution will have double the impact!

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is excited to create a new exhibit: a tribute to the heroic pilots and crews of the legendary P-38 Lightning. This groundbreaking aircraft etched its name in history and was invaluable to the Allies’ airpower capabilities in the Pacific during WWII. Our goal is for this exhibit to tell the story of the P-38 and honor the brave men, like Col. Perry John Dahl (pictured), who flew and fought in them.

Donate today and help us preserve this piece of aviation history! Visit: https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/support/giving-opportunities/annual-gifts/p38-lightning-exhibition/