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The Central Air Force Museum in Monino at the site of Monino Airfield 40km east of Moscow, Russia, is one of the world's largest aviation museums, and the largest for Russian aircraft. 173 aircraft and 127 aircraft engines are on display, and the museum also features collections of weapons, instruments, uniforms, artwork, and other air-related items. A library containing books, films, and photos is also accessible to visitors. Tours are given by ex-pilots.

The museum opened its doors in 1958. Prior to 2001, the museum was closed to the public, because of the display of classified prototypes from the era of the former Soviet Union. These exhibits are what makes the museum so special today.

The museum is located next to the Military Academy named after Yu. A. Gagarin

Opening Hours

The museum is open from 9:30am until 1:00pm and 2:30pm until 5:00pm weekdays except Wednesdays, and from 9.30am until 5:00pm Saturdays. The Museum is closed on Sundays and Wednesdays. Since the museum is situated on the territory of a military division (Gagarin Air Force Academy), all visitors must pass the entrance gate to the military complex. Special permission to visit is no longer required (Summer 2006).

Examples on Display

Transport and Passenger Aircraft

Fighter Airplanes

Bomber Airplanes

Helicopter

Other Aircraft

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