Heroes of WWII: Maj. Gregory "Pappy" Boyington
Heroes of WWII: FADM Chester W. Nimitz
Heroes of WWII: Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP)
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Reopens Nov. 25!
Give Back Through the Combined Federal Campaign
Are you a federal employee who wants to give back? Your pledge through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) will help keep the “doors of history” open at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, sharing the legacy of our #GreatestGeneration with the leaders of tomorrow.
Use CFC #33429 to designate your donation to Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. #CFC
Honoring The Fallen: POW/MIA Recognition Day
Today is National POW/MIA Recognition Day, a day set aside to pause and honor the service and sacrifice of all our prisoners of war and all those who are still unaccounted for, as well as their families.
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) has made it their mission to reunite service members and their families. Today, many soldiers are still unaccounted for from previous wars, but recent advances in technology have allowed scientists and researchers to recover and honor these heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
#YouAreNotForgotten #POWMIARecognitionDay
Warbirds Fly Above Oahu
#Throwback: Check out this extraordinary footage from Jason Karlin, the owner of a T-6 Warbird, who filmed these clips while flying above Oahu along with 12 other Warbirds, in honor of the 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII.
(U.S. Department of Defense video by Jason Karlin/released)
You may have heard of the #SwampGhost, but do you know the fascinating history behind this unique WWII B-17 Bomber?
After running out of fuel during a bombing mission in WWII, the Flying Fortress splashed into the Agaiambo Swamp in Papua New Guinea, settling into five feet of water and thick grass.
She sat there for 64 years, only seen by Australian Army pilots who glimpsed it from overhead, giving her the nickname “Swamp Ghost.”
Year after year, this treasured piece of history was slowly fading away.
That is until aviation enthusiast Alfred Hagen and his crew, led the arduous recovery of the Swamp Ghost in 2006.
Join us on Friday, Sept 11th at 9:00 a.m. HST / 3:00 p.m. EST, as we speak with Alfred Hagen about this aircraft’s journey from the Agaiambo swamp to her home at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum.
Click here to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r5m-U8MURDOZ-lgmPfpefA
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Short Clip: Warbirds Fly Over USS Missouri and USS Arizona Memorial for 75th Commemoration
Watch this short clip of a PBY #Warbird flying over the Battleship Missouri Memorial and USS Arizona Memorial to kick off the Commemoration Ceremony for the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII.
75th Commemoration of the End of WWII: Warbirds Fly to Honor our WWII Veterans
Watch as the B-25 “Old Glory” and 15 other #Warbirds fly to honor our WWII Veterans for the 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII.
Before COVID-19 arrived on our shores, 60 of our World War II veterans had hoped to make a pilgrimage to Hawaii for the 75th commemoration of the end of WWII, providing them with a last opportunity to honor their brothers and sisters in arms who bravely stepped forward to protect our freedom.
Unfortunately, many can no longer travel to be with us.
With your help, the 75th World War II Commemoration Committee will facilitate virtual participation for all veterans. This effort is unprecedented, creating the largest connection between the men and women who served valiantly, and made great person sacrifices in the name of freedom.
Will you help our remaining World War II veterans fulfill their dreams of “attendance?”
Please make a gift to take care of the WWII veterans who took care of us before September 2, 2020: www.tinyurl.com/TakeCareOfOurWWIIVets
The #Wardbirds at #Wheeler Army Airfield this morning!
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Take Care of our WWII Veterans Who Took Care of Us
Before COVID-19 arrived on our shores, 60 of our World War II veterans had hoped to make a pilgrimage to Hawaii for the 75th commemoration of the end of WWII, providing them with a last opportunity to honor their brothers and sisters in arms who bravely stepped forward to protect our freedom.
Though many can no longer travel to be with us, we must do all we can to honor their wishes while also protecting their health.
We must honor their wishes. But, we need your help.
With your help, the 75th World War II Commemoration Committee will facilitate virtual participation for all veterans. This effort is unprecedented, creating the largest connection between the men and women who served valiantly, and made great person sacrifices in the name of freedom.
Will you help our remaining World War II veterans fulfill their dreams of “attendance?”
Please make a gift to take care of the WWII veterans who took care of us before September 2, 2020: www.tinyurl.com/TakeCareOfOurWWIIVets
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Temporarily Closed
At Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, we often discuss the idea of a “unity of purpose.” This common goal in service to a greater good marked the spirit of the Greatest Generation – the families and veterans of the 1940s who sacrificed greatly in an effort to achieve victory against a shared enemy.
While our battle today looks quite different, the spirit is still the same.
In compliance with Mayor Caldwell’s Emergency Order No. 2020-24, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is temporarily closed beginning Thursday, August 27, in an effort to combat the spread of COVID-19.
Nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of our community. We take seriously our responsibility as a civic institution that preserves, protects, remembers and honors such an important chapter of American history.
Mahalo for your understanding and thank you for being a part of our family.
Read more: https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/temporary-closure/
The Ford Island Control Tower—in 1941 and Now...
The Ford Island Control Tower, today part of the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, still stands sentinel over the site of the attack of December 7, 1941.
Find out how preserving this piece of history, honors and tells the story of the 75 years of peace since.
Video courtesy of DoD.
The 735th AMS Shines Up The Museum's 1938 Pirsch Fire Truck
#Timelapse: Thank you to the 735th AMS (Air Mobility Squadron) from Hickam for shining up the Museum’s 1938 Pirsch fire truck!
After years of sitting in the garage of our Operations Building, she was towed out, hosed down and perfectly polished to reveal bright red paint and sparkling chrome finishes.
#FascinatingFact: This was the same type of fire truck that was stationed at Pearl Harbor during the attack in 1941.
PBY Catalina Takes Flight Over Pearl Harbor
Incredible! Yesterday, a vintage Consolidated PBY Catalina flying boat took flight from the waters of Pearl Harbor in preparation for the 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII.
The Consolidated/Boeing Canada PBY Catalina was used for long range patrol and reconnaissance missions, antisubmarine warfare, as well as search and rescue. Thirty-three of these aircraft were destroyed during the attack on Pearl Harbor, leaving only 6 serviceable aircraft by the end of Dec. 7, 1941.
📽️: (U.S. Navy video by Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) 2nd Class Lexie Perez/Released)
USS Essex Arrives at Pearl Harbor
The USS Essex is here! She arrived at Pearl Harbor yesterday, carrying 14 WWII Warbirds that will fly in the Legacy of Peace Aerial Parades as part of the 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII.
Stay tuned to see photos of these historic aircraft being offloaded today!
📽️: PEARL HARBOR (August 10, 2020) The USS Essex (LHD 2) conducts a lift of opportunity of vintage military aircraft. “Salute Their Service, Honor Their Hope” is the theme of the commemoration in Hawaii in recognition of the WWII veterans and civilians who contributed to the end of the war. The 75th Commemoration of the End of WWII will include three Legacy of Peace Aerial Parades and will culminate with the official ceremony on USS Missouri (BB 63) on September 2. Flyovers of the warbirds will include: Around Oahu (August 29), Connecting the Military Bases (August 30) and Fly Over the Battleship Missouri Memorial, Pearl Harbor to Waikiki (September 2). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Rodriguez Santiago/Released)
Time-lapse Video: "A Piercing Blow: The Aerial Attack on the USS Arizona" Exhibit Installation
Watch the behind-the-scenes installation of our newest exhibit, "A Piercing Blow: The Aerial Attack on the USS Arizona," which was unveiled to the public on Thursday, July 2, 2020.
The exhibit features a rare relic from the USS Arizona and tells the story of the "date which will live in infamy" from an entirely new perspective -- the aircraft that caused horrific destruction on that fateful day visible through the portholes of the charred ship's skeleton.
The exhibit was carefully moved from the Museum's Hangar 79 to Hangar 37, where it is proudly displayed today.
Learn More: https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/attractions/a-piercing-blow-the-aerial-attack-on-the-uss-arizona/
Pearl Harbor Kama'aina Family Pass
Looking for summer fun on Oahu? Discover the American treasure that lives in your own backyard with our Pearl Harbor Kama’aina Family Pass.
Enjoy unlimited visits for two adults and up to four children to the four Pearl Harbor Historic Sites all summer long!
Our pass includes access to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center’s audio tours of the grounds, a Virtual Reality experience, as well as general admission to the Battleship Missouri Memorial, USS Bowfin Submarine & Park, and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum -- a riveting educational experience with something for everyone.
A Piercing Blow: The Aerial Attack on the USS Arizona
A new exhibit titled "A Piercing Blow: The Aerial Attack on the USS Arizona," has taken center stage at Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum.
The exhibit features a rare relic from the USS Arizona and tells the story of the "date which will live in infamy" from an entirely new perspective -- the aircraft that caused horrific destruction on that fateful day visible through the portholes of the charred ship's skeleton.
Come and see this this never-before-displayed piece of history!
Learn more: https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/attractions/a-piercing-blow-the-aerial-attack-on-the-uss-arizona/
Visit Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum on July 4th!
Visit us on July 4th for a fun family outing! What better place to celebrate America's Birthday than at a site that inspires patriotism and gratitude for our nation's heroes?
Buy Tickets: https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Now Open!
We're open Wednesday through Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m and are closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Stop by to see a new exhibit titled "A Piercing Blow: The Aerial Attack on the USS Arizona," featuring a relic from the infamous USS Arizona. Visit us to learn more about this never-before-seen piece of history.
Increased health and safety measures will ensure that all of our guests, volunteers and staff stay safe while we continue telling the story of this American battlefield.
Thank you for your support during our time of closure.
Click here to learn more about our new health and safety guidelines: https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/covid-19-health-and-safety-guidelines/
75th Anniversary of VE Day
May 8, 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day, the day on which allied forces announced the surrender of Germany in Europe.
Learn more about the VE Day virtual celebrations: https://www.75thwwiicommemoration.org/
Video by 4Front Branding.
Experimenting with liquid nitrogen with @htacharter at STEAM Day 2020! Explore dozens of booths representing STEAM fields at the museum until 1:00 p.m. Mention STEAM Day at the front desk to join the event for FREE!
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