Walk the Flight Line
Get closer than ever to restored military aircraft and the stories that keep them flying.
Experience RESTORED AIRCRAFT IN A WORKING HANGAR
This isn’t a museum behind glass. It’s a working hangar where history lives, tools buzz, and warbirds wait to fly. Explore iconic vintage military aircraft up close—including the PBY-5A Catalina and the P-40N-1 Kittyhawk—and learn how they were built, flown, and brought back to life. For veterans, families, students, and aviation fans, this is history you can experience.
Expert Guidance
From combat specs to restoration techniques, our team delivers deep knowledge with real-world know-how. Learn from the mechanics, pilots, and volunteers who restore and fly these aircraft today.
Close Encounters
Stand beneath the wings. Examine the details of the riveted skin and gleaming paint finishes. Get a firsthand view of rare warbirds along with a peek into our restoration zone and aircraft interiors.
Step Into the Hangar
Submit your request and our team will help plan a private or small-group tour tailored to your crew's interests.
FAQs
Answers to common questions about Soaring by the Sea hangar tours.
Private tours are $25 per person and discounts are available for veterans, educational groups, and non profits.
Our tours typically last about 1.5 hours. This includes a guided walkthrough of the hangar and time for questions. We recommend arriving 15 minutes early to ensure a prompt start.
Tours are available on weekends and select weekdays during select time slots throughout the day.
We can accommodate groups of up to 15 people per tour. Larger groups can be arranged with advance notice. Please contact us for special arrangements.
For safety reasons, we ask that children under 12 be accompanied by an adult. Additionally, no food or drinks are allowed in the hangar. Please wear comfortable shoes as some areas may require walking.
Yes, we encourage you to take photos during the tour! Please be respectful, however, and avoid using flash. Our guides will inform you of any other specific restrictions during the tour.
other questions on your radar?
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