Aviation Museum Prague-Kbely

DATE OF VISIT: 19th July 2024

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The Aviation Museum in Kbely, Prague, Czech Republic, is one of the largest and most comprehensive aviation museums in the country. The museum was established in 1968, and is is located at the historic Kbely Airfield, which was the first military airfield in Czechoslovakia, inaugurated in 1918.

Please see below a summary overview of the museum:

Exhibits and Collections

• Aircraft Displays: The museum maintains an extensive collection of over 275 aircraft, with approximately 100 on permanent display. The collection spans a wide range of aviation history, featuring military and civilian aircraft from various eras, including both World Wars, the Cold War, and contemporary times;
• Historic Aircraft: Highlights include rare and historic aircraft such as the Avia B-534, MiG-21, and the Aero L-29 Delfín. The museum also showcases Soviet-made aircraft alongside Czech-designed and built models;
• Thematic Exhibitions: Exhibits are organized thematically across several hangars, each focusing on different aspects of aviation history, such as World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and modern aviation technology;

Facilities and Features

• Hangars and Open-Air Displays: The museum consists of multiple hangars where aircraft are displayed, as well as outdoor areas with additional aircraft and aviation equipment;
• Restoration Workshops: The museum has active restoration workshops where historic aircraft are preserved and restored, offering visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the preservation process;
• Interactive Displays: There are interactive displays and educational exhibits that provide detailed information about the aircraft and their historical context;

Visitor Information

• Location: Located in Kbely, a district in the northeast part of Prague, the museum is easily accessible from the city centre;
• Admission: The museum offers free admission, making it an accessible attraction for both locals and tourists;
• Seasonal Operation: The museum is typically open from April to October, with varying hours, so visitors are advised to check the official website for current opening times;
• The official website address is: www.https://prague.eu/en/objevujte/aviation-museum-kbely-letecke-muzeum/
• In addition to the above, there is a small coffee shop and toilet facility. The coffee shop serves hot and cold beverages, snacks, ice creams and the like;
• If driving to the museum, please be advised that the car park is located on the other side of a very busy commuter road from the museum. There is a pedestrian crossing (uncontrolled), a few metres from the entrance road to the car park and very close to a bust stop. PLEASE TAKE EXTREME CARE WHEN CROSSING THE ROAD;
• Car parking and entrance to the museum is free;
• Please allow a minimum of two hours to allow for viewing the museum;