Tower panorama at the Air Mobility Command Museum (Photo: Larry Koewing, AMC Museum)
Their names tell the story of these magnificent flying machines: Galaxy, Globemaster, Starlifter, and others. These are among the largest and most specialized aircraft ever to fly with the United States military. Join transportation expert Scott Hercik as he goes behind the scenes and onboard the aircraft that carry personnel to destinations around the world.
The day begins at the Air Mobility Command Museum at Delaware’s Dover Air Force Base, home to a variety of vintage aircraft and the largest military aircraft in any museum in the world. Guides lead a tour of the preserved base-control tower and through the 20,000-square-foot World War II-era hanger. They explain the roles of a number of giant propeller, turbo-prop, and jet airplanes and take participants on board for an insider’s look at the unique design and capabilities of aircraft such as the C-141 Starlifter.
Other highlights feature the propeller-driven C-124 Globemaster II, and a visit inside the C-5A Galaxy, the largest American military jet. Over lunch, speakers share their personal experiences of flying these aircraft.
Afterward, explore Dover Air Force Base, home to the 436 Airlift Wing of the USAF Air Mobility Command and the 512th Airlift Wing of the Air Force Reserve Command. The base has a rich history of hosting a wide variety of training, anti-submarine, fighter, bomber, and transport aircraft. Learn of its current role as home base to the state-of-the-art C-17 Globemaster III and the newly re-engined C-5M Super Galaxy, and meet some of the men and women who fly these giants in the sky.
A government issued-photo ID is required, and controlled photography is permitted. Participants will be contacted prior to the tour for additional security information.
Lunch is included.
Fringe stop at about 8:25 a.m.
