Reviews of Western North Carolina Air Museum. (Museum) in Asheville (North Carolina).

Western North Carolina Air Museum

176 Reviews

130 Comments

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1340 E Gilbert St, Hendersonville, NC 28792, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Open hours of Western North Carolina Air Museum

Sunday

12–5 pm

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

12–5 pm

Thursday

Closed

Friday

Closed

Saturday

12–5 pm

Reviews of Western North Carolina Air Museum

Robert Joines

A must stop if you're in the area! We had a blast and we will absolutely be back again the next time we're in town. Philip was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful while we were there. The entry is free but do consider a donation while you are there. We need more great resources like this in the world.

Blair Witkowski

An absolutely fantastic experience. This is a must visit if you are near Hendersonville. So much history and information to learn about. My younger kids loved it and enjoyed sitting in a few mock planes. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and are eager to show you around.

Ed Dyer

Not too out of the way if in the area. Single hanger with a lot in it. Several WW1 replicas among others. The real cool bit is the research library. Free to get in but check for hours as they are very limited since it is operated by volunteer staff. Consider donating and/or purchasing from the gift shop to support the museum.

Loretta Divine

Small air museum with well kept assortment of collectible vintage aircraft.

Keith Gonzales

A lot better than most little aviation museums. They have about a dozen and a half great planes. From vintage biplanes to rare aircraft from the 30's, 40's and on. There stre even a few notable experimental aircraft that stand out. This is a good stop for an hour or several for aviation enthusiasts.

Tina Plants

Awesome place a neat museum!

Thomas N

This place is awesome. It's small on the outside but packs tons of interest on the inside. The gentleman running it was very nice and informative. My 10 year old son loved it! The adults had a great time as well. If in the area definitely worth a visit. Its free but they do except donations to keep the place going.

Karen Pachete

Great display of vintage planes. No entrance fee but donations are accepted.

Adam Beheler

Great experience of history and all around joy. Little brother and sister had a blast as well. All around will come around again.

Zach Ausband

Great place to visit. Friendly volunteers.

V B

Free great place w amazing knowledgeable folks! Donations are greatly appreciated!

Harshal Varpe

I pray that I have the same enthusiasm and passion about my work as the gentleman at this place had. Entry is free. However, they do take donations. Trust me, you will not leave without donating. Bill will tell you everything about each aircraft that is there. You will need at least 30-45 minutes there. If you get the chance, do pay a visit to this museum.

Abby W

We had such a surprisingly good time here!!! It is much different on the outside than I thought it'd be, but it's FREE (PLEASE donate 🙂) and has so much to look at and learn about. You can sit inside of a jet and it's a really neat experience. Every plane has been flown, except for one.

Virginia Weaver

So much more than expected! I expected a crummy little museum with not much to offer, due to ther fact that I've lived here for years and never heard of it. I couldn't have been more wrong! They have incredible planes to the ceilings, knowledge beyond measure, and incredible kindness toward our residents! I will definitely be back!

Sherry W.

Overall a great experience. I always recommend telling them it is your first time. If it's your first time, a volunteer walks around with you giving details on the exhibits. If you have been there before they are hands off. I personally like the interaction with the volunteers.

Terry Kimsey

Friendly, fun, museum dedicated to the preservation of historical aviation. Great, kid-friendly atmosphere to explore vintage aircraft and replicas from civil and military aviation from WWI thru WWII. Also, a great resource to view photos, documents, equipment and various other memorabilia from the time period. Aircraft on display are changed out periodically. The volunteers are a wealth of knowledge and information. This museum is truly a labor of love.

gabriel cordo

A wonderful experience, very knowledgeable staff, and a great collection. A must see for anyone who likes aviation. Thanks Art!

RICKEY COMPTON

The guidelines was great well informed lots to see. No charge for admission there is a souvenir area. Plane rides available by Appointment.

Rex Butler

Small museum with lots to see. Run by volunteers who love what they do and it shows. Highly recommend!

Edgar Cavazos

It’s small (comparably), but you easily miss some rich displays if you fixate on the planes. It has plenty of historical info amongst the displays. Add the hospitality of the volunteers and this place will occupy you much longer than you’d think. They don’t even try to push you into a donation. Would bring someone over on a repeat trip.

Jon Marr

This a great place with a ton of beautiful aircraft and a very knowledgeable staff!

Ed Plants

Great time here with family viewing the car show & the acft museum. Interesting histories too.

Trouble

Very interesting collection! Make sure you bring some cash. The museum is free but they do accept cash donations!

Happy Tiger

A nice look at private aviation of years gone by...nestled back out if the way, a contribution of your choice gains you admission to a plethora of planes of yesteryear...displays of gouges, old pix and even an impressive library of books to peruse...

C. Mechelle McAl-Grigg

It was a nice small air museum. The gentleman who answered our questions was great with two active boys. You learn alot about WWI-WWII planes. No admission fees just donations.

Rose Dempsey

Another free museum that will enthral those who like old planes and aviation history. Knowledgeable volunteers who are happy to chat. Small gift shop. So glad we stopped by and will be back again

Chris Thompson

Compact Museum but plenty to look at! Very interesting selection of old aircraft plus a lot of other exhibits. Staff and Docents very informative and friendly, would definitely visit again.

Brandi Moser

This place is rich with history and the gentleman was so amazingly knowledgeable. It's free to get in, but it's also a non profit. You should definitely stop in and say hello and take in the history! You won't hesitate to want to leave a donation

Draco Smith

It was a little bit small, but they have a good amount of planes models and replicas to view and take pictures with information about them and their pilots. Bill and Rick were very knowledgeable about the history of them all and their impact. They had a small gift shop their for collectables and little trinkets, however, be warn that they only accept cash, so no credit or debt.

RDC Garage

Really cool planes and a bunch of history. Its free so definitely stop in.

Nicole G

Bill was great and he was passionate about airplanes. The museum is free but donations are welcomed. The museum is a little small but has a great amount of different airplanes. The museum is a little hidden but if you want to go somewhere not a lot of people go, go to this one.

Beverly Hamilton

Much more valuable than it appears. Well staffed with enthusiastic volunteers. Many plane parts and models to see. Full of historical communication and events. Real planes to explore, but not to climb into. Well stocked library. Not easy to find but parking lot was full, with families bringing children.

Kenneth Huck

I found this museum inspirational. I particularly liked the large library currently being organized and put into an online catalog. They also had a new arrival a float plane with the engine on top that had the wings off so I was able to look very closely at the interior of the wings and how they attach to the fuselage. I may contact them and ask how to get involved in the restoration project.

Terry Anders

Great place for the kids and adults to learn about aviation

Dennis Vitolo

Hidden gem. My son loved sitting in the planes and seeing all of the historical planes. Very nice people and informational who volunteer there.

Rocky Cornblith

PHENOMENAL!!! TOOK A FLIGHT ON THE SPEARMAN AND IT WAS AWESOMENESS .... WOULD GLADLY RECOMMEND TO ANYBODY!!!! DENNIS AND HIS OTHER HALF WERE AMAZINGLY KIND AND SWEET!!!!!

Kevin Stewart

This place is really great. The man that worked there was very informative. He had a lot of great information about everything. You all need to keep this place open.

timothy neil

Extremely informative and friendly employees. Awesome planes. Relaxing, intriguing, interesting, all together a pleasant visit! 👍👍

ZaSeaDog

OK OK listen to this story, I met a couple of pilots when touring the museum. This probably doesn't seems to out of the ordinary, but they were supper nice and everyone was helpful. I do believe that they worked there, but they took me up in there airplanes, and all I had to do was pay for gas. Just don't go in asking for rides, if they feel you are really into airplanes and that you are passionate they may offer. Just don't go in demanding a ride because you probably won't get one.

Jim Rogers

Bit of a hidden gem. Well worth a visit. Very informative people on hand. Cool to see some older planes up close.

Aaron Dunn (Big Twig Homes)

What a great place to go to learn about aviation and see old planes up close. We have been here three times and will be back again. Thank you to all that took the time to make this museum happen.

Patricia Bickford

Small but wonderful place. Superb volunteers. Our guide was extremely knowledgable. He explained how flight works and the history of the Wright brothers and the advancement of World War 1 planes. He even kept my teenagers engaged.

Albert Krupp

I brought my 10 year old grandson to the WNC Air Museum - he's definitely at that "airplane" age. Frankly, I wasn't expecting much. After all it's a tiny airstrip in a small town, I thought to myself. Wrong! I was blown away by the quality and the breadth of the aircraft on display. It's very obvious that loving and knowledgeable hands have crafted a high quality and worthwhile experience. Great job!

Amanda Noffsinger

The first impression on the outside makes you wonder if there are any planes. But once you walk in you are glad you came! It isn't huge but my husband and 2 year old son loved it! They have a lot of different planes and the gentleman working there had a lot of information. It is free but give a donation.

Joanne Stuart

If you are into old airplanes it's a great little museum. There were 2 gentlemen who were volunteers that showed us around and shared their knowledge and love of airplanes and aviation history. There are a number of WW1 and WW2 airplanes and other historical items.

Morganna Parsons

Such a cool little air museum! My kids thoroughly enjoyed it. The man that greeted us (owner possibly?) Was super awesome and informative. Def will recommend! :)

Morgan Soja

Fun stop in Hendersonville. My husband is really interested in planes/aviation etc. The staff that work there are very knowledgeable. Each plane has detailed records about the history and production. There are planes from different eras and even a gyrocopter! While it's not a big museum, it is a thorough one. It's a great way to spend an hour or so!

Dustin Brisky

Awesome. A must for any aviation junkie in the area.

Sarah Freeman

What a great little find! Tons of historical aviation displays and a helpful team to talk you through every piece. Definitely worth an afternoon stop.

Michael Barnes

Great museum! Incredible how many beautifully maintained vintage aircraft were able fit in that hangar. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. I definitely plan on a repeat visit.

Denise Gardner

A big wow in a small space! Family fun!

Julie Murphy

This is a beautiful Air Museum! A great selection of rare and unique aircraft and a wonderful little gift shop to boot! You will definitely enjoy it if you like airplanes!

Al Denn

I'm the curator of the museum and the team of volunteers have done an excellent job creating this museum for your education and enjoyment. It's free and is well worth your time. See our website.

Loyd Wilmoth

They had cool airplanes and air plane and helicopter rides

Edward Timblin

A wonderful little Museum located in the suburbs of Hendersonville North Carolina. They have a small selection of aircraft and other are related memorabilia there for you to look at. Over although a nice place to take the children and have them look at these items without having to go to a big city location.

Renee Burk

Always such a nice visit! My son loves it every year. The volunteers are so friendly and have interesting stories!

Gary Johnston

Interesting, informative, and really nice, knowledgeable guy showed us around.

Angela Gilliam

Worth the drive. Kids had fun exploring the Spitfire.

NetuserLC NetuserLC

Great little museum. Lots of special an unique airplanes.

Amanda Ford

A little gem tucked away in a neighborhood. The gentleman who was working was so pleasant to talk to and had so much knowledge about all the airplanes and memorabilia in the museum. We could've talked to him all day !

Misty Vaughn

This place is a good place to take kids, big and little. They have air shows and other events you can take the entire family too

Kevin A.

This is top shelf family destination. People here are warm and welcoming and willing to help. We were so impressed that we joined with a family membership. Plenty of good times.

Walter Ward

Great place with some cool folks answering questions. Great for kids which can sit in some aircrafts.

Yves Plamondon

If you are in the area, like plane history, it's ok and free. It's small, the gentleman that was there walked us through the planes explaining the history from the Wright's brothers through ww2 planes.

Desi Samples

Awesome must see aircraft museum! The volunteers are very friendly and knowledgeable.

Joyce Adams

Really nice museum. Small but packed full of interesting things. Check out the Young Eagles program while you are there.

Donna Jefferson

The owner gives such a interesting tour if all the planes with their back story. He is very knowledgable.

Andy Petersen

Fantastic little museum. Staff is very knowledgeable.

Adina R.

Really cool little spot very unique!

Dara Grosso

Great place with lots of styles of planes. Staff is knowledgeable and there's a few planes kids can sit in.

angela holland

Steven Lyons was very informative & helpful with WWI information today. Thanks for the flyers! I will be back to do more research.

Michael

A very nice small airplane museum, a lot of older airplanes, staff was really friendly and knowledgeable.

Gary Davis

Great displays! Knowledgeable members to tell history of the airplanes.

Anthony Carlucci

A small gem for aviation buffs,nice display of aircraft,artifacts,and plane models.Admission is on a donation basis.Great for kids.

andrew thomas

Fun little place to visit.

Robert Latham

Really neat place! Great displays, wonderfulvolunteer staff. All located in a beautiful part of the Caorlinas!

Kevin Queen

Great place. Something for the whole family to do. Staff was full of great knowledge.

Christian Naitsirhc

Awesome staff. Great exhibits. My 8yo son had a blast.

Hector Nazario

Great museum, hospitality was above and beyond. Will definetly spread the word to some aviation enthusiast fellows.

Rickey Compton

Free admission great Tour guide it's great fun. You can reserve a plane ride.

Garretts Garage

Cool small museum. Watch your head, lots of wings to bump your head on.

Alyssa Jones

It was so amazing at the air show seeing the classic airplanes and the classic cars everyone was so very friendly and knowledgeable

Nicole H

Nice little museum. Very friendly staff and lots of things to see.

Jared Prast

Super cool! My son loved it.

Luke Groth

Awesome little museum de kind of check out for an hour staff were very nice

Robin Morgan

Very neat place and the guys working there were really nice. Please leave donations when you go!

Penny Serenade

Cute little museum with classic movies playing and friendly staff. Recommend it!

Justin Anderson

Very nice museum with great people.

RJ Riemensnider

Small but a good place to show kids about aviation history.

Stephen Taylor

This is a place to visit if you want to enjoy a piece of aviation history.

Reginald Steer

Great display of a variety of aircraft in a hright, clean environment.

Patrick Warncke

Great place to check out, especially during the WNC Apple Festival!

Barbara Keeton

Great little air museum chock full of aircraft!

Brenden Almand

The best things in life really are free!

frank prisco

Free admission and rep had good knowledge of planes

Rick Blanton

Great place for aviation history buffs to visit.

Charles Tibbetts

Great place to learn about small planes

MC T

Great little museum, worth the visit!

Ken and Carrie Knapp

Great personal tour by knowledgeable volunteer.

Moon Family

Hidden treasure in Hendersonville. Lots of history here and admission is FREE!

michael hillyard

Lots of cool planes, and it's free.

James Stewart

A great little museum hidden in hendersonville.

Derrick Ledford

Very helpful and nice people.. and it's free !!

boyce layton

Interesting place of flight in the early days.

Patrica Hawxhurst

Fun and interesting.

Lane Hilbun

Lots of interesting planes and memorabilia.

Kathleen Walsh

My son loved the jeep!

Marc Betancourt

Great planes and staff !

Marli Sierra

Love love love.

The Mollusk Rising

Very cool

Art Green

Great place to visit.especialy

Alex Fisher

Cool airplane

Sandra Waits

Great planes

Jessica Meno

Friendly staff 😍 …

Don Dayton

Nice and friendly

Marty Wood

Great Place

Maura Treadway

We visited The Air Museum which was really cool! But to top it off, we took a helicopter ride, which was so exhilarating! If you ever get a chance to do this I say go for it!!! (there is a cost for the helicopter ride) Such an experience!!!!