I don’t know about you, but I love to fly. There is something so wonderful about gliding above the clouds and seeing everything at a distance. But here at the New England Air Museum, you can see these magnificent pieces of equipment up close.
These large metal birds are located right by Bradley International Airport. It was certainly a treat when I discovered that New England Air Museum was only 20 minutes from Springfield! To see these real and replica planes up close was quite the experience, and the help of the volunteer staff explaining the history of the planes made my trip that much more enriching.
NEAM consists of three hangars; military, civilian aviation and the B-29 hangar dedicated to the 58th Bomb Group. Parents can take their children on a tour of a cock pit or to the exciting flight spot simulator where they can fly virtually any plane! There are plenty of offerings to please everyone, from little kids to the adult aviation enthusiast. See some of their activities below; NEAM is the perfect way to spend your day during the weekend or school vacation.
| The New England Air Museum offers a variety of activities, multimedia & drop-in programs for visitors. Programs offered change daily depending on the time of the year. Feel free to contact the Museum to see what activities are available during your visit.
Flight Science Demonstrations
Flight really takes off in our interactive demonstrations about the science and history of flight. From balloons to the Wright Brothers to the Space Shuttle, you can feel the pressure of air, see a balloon launch, explore the Bernoulli Principle and more. Demonstrations are located in the Civilian Aviation Exhibit Hangar. Build & Fly Activities
Hands-on “build & fly” activities that will spark the imagination and challenge the inquisitive mind. You even get to take your new creations home with you for future flying fun. Located at the Build & Fly Station in the Military Exhibit Hangar. America Takes to the Air
Explore the early days of commercial aviation from the Ford Tri-Motor, to the famous DC-3, to the Boeing 747, through hands-on, interactive demonstrations. The demonstrations look at the marketing efforts of the early airlines, stewardess requirements, and the technology that was developed that has become the foundation of modern air travel. Visitors will get to see and touch some unique artifacts that tell this amazing story of travel and adventure. Cockpit Tours
Gain a pilot’s eye perspective from the cockpit exploring the controls and flight instruments of select aircraft within our collection.
The Flight Sim Spot, puts you in the cockpit. With real cockpit controls, three large screens, great stereo sound and the best available graphics, you can fly virtually any aircraft, anywhere – even aircraft in the Museum’s collection. Trained Educators (many of them are active pilots) provide training, instruction and personal attention not only in how to use the simulators but in the many aspects of flight. *info taken from NEAM.org |
Robyn's Reviews 
Thank you Robyn for such a nice review, it amazes me how so many people around your listening area don’t realize the museum exist. Exposure to the museum by people who see your review helps immensely.
What a wonderful place it is, I hope to help spread the word!