Alaska Aviation Museum
Aviation museum on the shore of Lake Hood, with more than 20 bush planes and historic aircraft that tell the story of how Alaska relies on flight.
Most Alaskan villages and towns have no road access, so aircraft are a lifeline, and the state has the highest number of pilots per capita in the United States. The museum displays more than 20 vintage aircraft, including early bush planes, seaplanes and Second World War models. It also has a workshop for restorations, a flight simulator and a viewing deck overlooking Lake Hood, where you can watch seaplanes take off and land while you explore the exhibits. It suits anyone interested in aviation and takes about 1.5 hours.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–17:00 (closed Mon and Tue in winter)
Nearby sights
- Lake Hood Seaplane Base
- Earthquake Park
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Kincaid Park
- Anchorage Museum
- Alaska Botanical Garden
- Potter Marsh
- Alaska Native Heritage Center