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National Aviation Day

February 23 @ 10:00 am 5:00 pm

Celebrate National Aviation Day with Us!

Mark your calendars—February 23 is National Aviation Day in Canada! Join us at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada as we celebrate Canadian history with a special open cockpit experience.

Get up close and personal with aviation history as the following aircraft will be open for public access:

✈️ Lockheed L-10A Electra CF-TCC
✈️ Canadair CL-84 Dynavert
✈️ Beechcraft CT-134 Musketeer
✈️ Mini 500 Helicopter
✈️ Vickers Viscount

Open cockpit hours are 11am – 4pm. Dependant upon the availability of Museum volunteers.

Plus, take a look at our brand-new Model exhibit coming that day to commemorate the first powered flight in Canada!

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity—come see aviation history come to life! ✈️


Boeing will be on hand – as part of Boeing Engineering Week with an exciting interactive booth.

Explore Engineering Careers with Boeing
Discover the world of aerospace engineering and learn about career opportunities with Boeing. Our booth will feature valuable insights into the field, perfect for aspiring engineers of all ages.

Engaging “Show-and-Tell” Session
Get up close with real airplane parts and hear fascinating stories about aviation technology. Boeing experts will be on hand to share their knowledge and answer your questions.

Explore, learn, and have fun with Boeing on Canadian National Aviation Day at the Royal Aviation Museum



Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor with connection to the local community of hairstylists, we’re excited to offer a special opportunity for hairstylists and their families!

🔹 How it Works: Hairstylists can bring one youth family member (such as a child, niece, or nephew) and one additional youth guest (two youths per hairstylist) to the museum for free between 11 AM and 4 PM.

To take advantage of this offer, hairstylists must present a business card or another form of proof at the admissions desk.

Regular museum admission rates do apply
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Winnipeg, Manitoba R3H 1C5 Canada

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