





Children's Museums
Sullenberger Aviation Museum
📍 4108 Minuteman Way, Charlotte, NC 28208🌐 www.sullenbergeraviation.org
🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12–4:30 PM |
About Sullenberger Aviation Museum
Several aircrafts & related exhibits. A collection of commercial, military & civil aircraft, plus aviation artifacts & memorabilia. The museum houses the actual Airbus A320 aircraft from US Airways Flight 1549, the famous 'Miracle on the Hudson' emergency landing piloted by Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger in 2009. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,459 visitors.
Quick Facts
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum houses the actual Airbus A320 aircraft from US Airways Flight 1549, the famous 'Miracle on the Hudson' emergency landing piloted by Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger in 2009
- The museum features multiple flight simulators including a real T-33 jet cockpit and Cessna 150 simulator that visitors can operate
- The museum contains an extensive collection of commercial, military, and civil aircraft with exhibits covering Wright Brothers history and local aviation heritage
- The museum employs well-trained volunteers who provide educational instruction on flight simulators and aviation history to visitors of all ages
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for at least 2+ hours to fully experience the museum. Visitors consistently mention spending over 2 hours exploring different areas, interactive displays, and the various aircraft exhibits including the famous Airbus A320 from US Airways Flight 1549.
- Take advantage of the knowledgeable volunteers stationed throughout the museum, particularly at the flight simulators and Boeing cockpit area. Multiple reviews highlight how friendly and well-prepared staff members are at answering aviation questions and providing personalized guidance.
- Don't miss the plane spotting area and the interactive flight simulators (T33 jet and Cessna 150 cockpits). These hands-on experiences are consistently praised as highlights, and young children especially enjoy the simulator experiences under staff guidance.
- The museum is very kid-friendly with dedicated interactive stations and a hands-on workshop room. No height or age requirements exist, making it accessible for families with young children who can enjoy both educational displays and engaging aviation activities.
- Start with the Miracle on the Hudson exhibit featuring the actual Airbus A320. Reviewers describe this as a surreal and well-executed centerpiece that provides excellent context for understanding the museum's broader aviation history and safety themes.
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