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WWII Flight Training Museum

Thirteen surviving buildings from a World War II contract flight school preserve the story of the 63rd Army Air Forces training detachment, with barracks, equipment, aircraft and a self-guided base walk.

A restored yellow-and-blue Stearman trainer on the historic Douglas flight line with wartime base buildings behind it.

A restored Stearman trainer on the historic Douglas flight line. · Senior Airman Rebeckah Valladares / 23rd Wing / U.S. Air Force · Credits & licenses

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  1. Restored Stearman at the Douglas WWII flight school site
    Senior Airman Rebeckah Valladares / 23rd Wing / U.S. Air Force · Photographed
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    U.S. Air Force photograph by Senior Airman Rebeckah Valladares, December 4, 2021; DVIDS marks it public domain.

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What to expect

Thirteen surviving buildings from a World War II contract flight school preserve the story of the 63rd Army Air Forces training detachment, with barracks, equipment, aircraft and a self-guided base walk.

Douglas · Free admission · 60–120 minutes

WWII Flight Training Museum · 3 Airport Circle, Douglas, GA 31535

Thursday–Saturday, 11am–4pm

The museum has a three-day weekly schedule. Call before a long detour and confirm any aircraft display or restoration work you especially hope to see.

  • Original wartime training buildings
  • Aircraft and equipment displays
  • Self-guided historic-base walk

Before you go

  • The museum is open only Thursday through Saturday; call before a long detour.
  • Vintage aircraft are often displayed or being restored, but a particular aircraft is not guaranteed.
  • Do not assume every historic building is open outside the museum's posted hours.

Sources & visitor information

Venue and visitor-bureau information checked on the dates below. Follow these links for current hours, admission and access.

Visitor information phone: 912-383-9111

Check the organizer’s latest details before leaving; schedules and availability can change.

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