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r aaf

museum

Located at historic Point Cook RAAF Base, the birthplace of the Royal Australian Air Force, the
RAAF Museum houses the largest collection of military aircraft and related artefacts in Australia.
Ranging from the Australian Flying Corps operating during World War I to the RAAF’s peacekeeping and
civil aid missions to the present day, the Museum displays combine objects and personal stories to give visitors
an understanding of the rich history and traditions of this arm of the Australian Defence Force.
These displays are augmented by over 30 historic aircraft from the entire 95 year history of the RAAF, some of which are
maintained in flying condition for displays every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 1pm weather permitting.
Additionally, visitors are also treated to an opportunity to see the Museum’s Restoration Hangar, where staff and volunteers are
currently rebuilding a World War II Mosquito reconnaissance aircraft and DH60 Trainer. Admission to the RAAF Museum is free.
The Museum is open from 10am to 3pm Tuesday to Friday, and from 10am to 5pm on weekends
and public holidays (Closed Mondays, Good Friday and Christmas Day).
Our contact telephone number is [phone]. Visit www.airforce.gov.au/raafmuseum
or check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RAAF.Museum

Learn about Australia’s
fascinating detail through
memorabilia items, over
preserved aircraft & special

Air Force in
thousands of
30 beautifully
flying displays.

Just 25kms from Melbourne’s CBD
• Open 10am-3pm Tues to Fri & 10am to
5pm Weekends & Public Holidays
• Closed Mondays, Good Friday & Christmas
Day
• Take the Point Cook Road off the freeway
& follow the signs to the Museum

www.touring-australia.net

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