If your child loves all things related to space, airplanes and aviation, plan a trip to an air show or museum, take a virtual trip to space, or explore these online resources.

Wings Over North Georgia Air Show

On October 30-31, see top military and civilian aviators perform amazing aerial feats, including the USN Blue Angels, US Army SOCOM Black Daggers, USAF A-10 Demo Team and more. Purchase tickets in advance to this hybrid drive-in airshow and see the website for safety protocols. Russell Regional Airport, Rome.

Museum of Aviation

Sharing the history of our Air Force heritage and military veterans, the museum has a collection of over 80 historic U.S. Air Force aircraft, missiles, cockpits and award-winning exhibits. Take a ride on a virtual reality simulator and experience a Spacewalk, Cosmic Coaster, Wing Walker, Prehistoric Dive and more. Look for STEM workshops, special events and classes online. Located in Warner Robins.

Army Aviation Heritage Foundation and Flying Museum

Adjacent to Atlanta Motor Speedway, visitors to the museum can learn the story of the U.S. Army’s aviation program. Explore vintage aircraft dating from the Vietnam War and the Cold War, including AH1 Cobra and UH1 Huey Helicopters and an L19 Bird Dog Reconnaissance Airplane.

Space and Flight – Online Resources

Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Website You don’t have to travel to Washington D.C. to experience the Air and Space Museum! Kids can explore articles, videos, live chats and presentations on monthly topics like Earth From Above, Flight, International Space Station and Careers.

NASA Kids’ Club Games and fun facts, at-home STEM activities, news on NASA missions, videos, interviews from the ISS and more will get kids excited about space.

National Geographic Kids Passport to Space Kids can explore the solar system through photos, stories and videos; test their skills with space games and quizzes, and learn“weird but true” space facts.

Virtual Race Through Space

Take part in an interactive virtual road race and outer space exploration adventure! Science ATL’s road race is now virtual; download the Race Through Space app and and run any time. Runners take a virtual tour of the galaxy – traveling millions of light years in a 5K trip.

Places to Watch Planes

  • DeKalb-Peachtree Airport
  • Cobb County International at McCollum Field
  • Briscoe Field Airport

Civil Air Patrol

Civil Air Patrol’s aerospace education program promotes aerospace, aviation and STEM-related careers. The Cadet Program serves youth ages 12-20 who are interested in learning more about aviation and aerospace. To find a Civil Air Patrol squadron near you visit the website.

Delta Flight Museum

Currently closed due to COVID-19. Our city might have one of the busiest airports in the world, but we have just one hometown airline – Delta Air Lines. The Delta Flight Museum in Hapeville allows visitors to experience the rich history of Delta aviation and get up-close with massive airplane

Atlanta Air Show

Fans can see planes soar above and perform mesmerizing tricks at Peachtree City’s Atlanta Regional Airport. View antique airplanes, military aircraft and helicopters. Currently scheduled for Fall 2022.

Take a Road Trip

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, Pooler, GA

U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Huntsville, AL

Southern Museum of Flight, Birmingham, AL

Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kitty Hawk, NC

National Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola, FL

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