The ‘Wings Over Water’ exhibition tells the story of Naval Aviation in Australia, with aircraft from the 20th Century, ranging from a World War 1 Sopwith Pup to a A4 Skyhawk jet fighter. The exhibition also includes examples of allied and foreign aircraft, like the MiG-17 fighter.
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Showcases and audio-visual displays add to the stories of these aircraft and those who flew and fixed them. Individual displays include the US 135th Assault Helicopter Company that incorporated the RAN Helicopter Flight–Vietnam; there is a special exhibit on Admiral Sir Victor Smith and a display of airborne weapons.
The Museum’s Flight Simulator provides a ‘virtual experience’, for all ages, on what it is like in the pilot’s seat.
The Fleet Air Arm Museum sponsors Air Days at least once a year. A variety of heritage and Warbird aircraft and current operational aircraft from Navy, Army and Air Force usually attend, together with visiting aircraft from other private collections and museums.
The name of the Royal Australian Naval Air Station was commissioned in August 1948. Named after a seaplane carrier by the name of HMAS Albatross, which was built and commissioned by the RAN in 1929.
Admission:
Adults $7
Children under 18 free
