MISSION
To inspire and educate by preserving the heritage of the United States Air Force through public engagement and a superior visitor experience.
VISION
To be the most visited aviation Museum in the Southeastern U.S.
To inspire and educate by preserving the heritage of the United States Air Force through public engagement and a superior visitor experience.
To be the most visited aviation Museum in the Southeastern U.S.
The Museum of Aviation opened to the public on Friday, 9 November 1984 with 20 aircraft on display in an open field and another 20 were in various stages of restoration. The Museum of Aviation has grown to become the second largest museum in the United States Air Force and the fourth most visited museum in the Department of Defense. The museum is a place that honors our veterans and their families and reminds our Airmen of their legendary Air Force heritage.
Identify, acquire, and maintain historically significant focal points of Air Force and Georgia aviation history.
Learn MoreInspire all visitors, military and civilian, through historical, educational, and patriotic experiences designed to ignite the imagination.
Learn MoreCreate an environment for life-long learners while providing a foundation for our future leaders and workforce.
Learn MoreThe Museum of Aviation partners with organizations and initiatives, which expand learning opportunities. The Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame honors the extraordinary achievements of aviation leaders. STARBASE Robins engages students through fun and hands-on STEM activities. The Georgia World War II Heritage Trail showcases inspiring wartime stories at museums throughout Georgia. Make sure to stop by our Gift Shop for your Heritage Trail passport.Â
In 1983, the Museum of Aviation at Robins Air Force Base Georgia Foundation, Inc. was chartered under the State of Georgia as a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization and is directed by top leaders in the public and private sector throughout Georgia.
Chairman: Howard “Chris” Davis Â
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (Ret)
Vice Chairman: Gary S. Garrard
President and CEO of Ocmulgee Fields, Inc.Â
Secretary-Treasurer: Phillips Jones, Jr.
CEO, Vein Specialists of the South, Spa Medical LLC
Legal Counsel: David Hollingsworth
Partner, Smith, Hawkins, Hollingsworth & Reeves LLP
RAFB Liaison: William “Byron” Penland
Director of Staff, 78th Air Base Wing, Robins AFB
Jeffrey E. Brett
President and CEO, Museum of Aviation Foundation
Justin Bradley
Vice President Commercial Banking, Cadence Bank
Andrea Griner
VP Economic Development
Central Georgia Technical College
Chuck Herbert
TD Bank North America
Dr. Todd Kinnebrew
Orthopaedic Surgeon, OrthoGeorgia
Henry Lowe
President, Lowe Aviation Company
Michael Maffett
President, Curry Maffett Insurance
Dr. K. Scott Malone
Middle Georgia Orthopaedics
Randy Meade
CEO, Health Management
Marlan Nichols
Managing Member, Nichols Cauley & Associates, LLCÂ
LaRhonda Patrick
Mayor, City of Warner Robins
In 1983, the Museum of Aviation at Robins Air Force Base Georgia Foundation, Inc. was chartered under the State of Georgia as a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, EIN: 58-1451656. The Museum of Aviation Foundation’s mission is to meticulously preserve our Nation’s military history while growing exceptional future leaders through education and inspiration. The vision is to continually strengthen our position as a STEM Center of Excellence, while solidifying our role as the number one visitor attraction in Middle Georgia.
The strategic plan is an enterprise plan for the entirety of the Museum of Aviation, including both the Air Force and the Museum of Aviation Foundation.
While roles and responsibilities are divisible this plan is intended as a corporate document to guide decision-making and planning for both entities.
Given the significance of the Museum of Aviation and its overall contributions to enhancing tourism in the state of Georgia and telling of the Air Force story, it is important to put forth a strong planning effort that ensures the continued growth and sustainability of this crown jewel.
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1942 Heritage Blvd.
Robins AFB, GA 31098
Inspire and educate by preserving the heritage of the United States Air Force through public engagement and superior visitor experience.
1942 Heritage Blvd.
Robins AFB, GA 31098
Inspire and educate by preserving the heritage of the United States Air Force through public engagement and superior visitor experience.
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