Philippine Aerospace Museum

I think all kids love planes. That's why the PAF Aerospace Museum is one of the popular educational tour destinations in Metro Manila. This Museum is a legacy, built to honor our heroes in the Philippine Air Force. 

The PAF Aerospace Museum, Villamor Air Base is beside Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3. The Museum was opened in June 2007. Villamor Air Base is the PAF's first headquarters since it became independent of the Philippine Army on July 1, 1947.

This Museum is an ideal place to visit for researchers, students and families. Remnants used during WWII are displayed throughout the building. Miniature Airplanes, weaponry, medals, old uniform and the Presidents command car are among the exhibit.

P-51D "MUSTANG": A World War II vintage.

Model Planes of the Philippine Air Force from 1947 to present.

The Philippine Army Air Corps Saber during the Philippine commonwealth. (1935 - 1945)

Philippine Air Force Heraldic Flags and Lineage from 1947 to 2007.

Dodge WC - 57 Command Car: Remodelled by Sarao Motors in 1970's to change its Army truck look to an elegant Command Car for use of the President of the Philippines. It has served all the way through the incumbency of former President Marcos.

After wandering the museum, visitors can explore an outdoor aircraft park showcasing commercial planes, Air Force planes and helicopters. For students and family, it can be a pleasure to be in actual planes and helicopters used by the Philippine Airmen during WWII. Visitors can take exterior and interior photos.

YS - 11A: Atransport aircraft mainly for use by the President and the first family from 1971 to 1993.

T-41: Acquired by the Philippines in 1968 for pilot training. 

T-S "TEXAN": Aquired in 1948 and served as basic trainer.

T - 28 "TROJAN": Purchased in 1960 and used in basic training and counter insurgency. It was commonly called "Tora-Tora" since it is similar to the Japanese Zero Fighter in WWII.

C – 47 “Gooney Bird”: The World most famous commercial transport plane. Acquired in 1946 and was used by the Philippine Army Air Corps for air transport functions. In 1973 it was converted to a fighting aircraft. It was also used for rainmaking and rain suppression operations.

ALBATROSS “HU – 16”: Called general utility amphibian plane. It has the ability to take off and land in both land and water.

UH – IH “IROQUOIS”:  Also known as “HUEY”, used primarily for air mobility and rapid deployment of troops.

F – 5A “FREEDOM FIGHTER: Delivered to the Philippines on August 29, 1965 and was assigned to the 5^th Fighter Wing, Basa Air Base, Pampanga. Today, it serves as the front line fighter of the PAF.

F – 86D: Acquired by the PAF in 1960 and was used for air defense functions. It was phased out in 1968.

F – 8H: Delivered to the Philippines in 1978. Used for air defense, surveillance and reconnaissance missions. 

T – 33 “T – Bird”: The first Jet trainer. Acquired in 1955 and was used for jet qualification, instrument training and proficiency flying. It was the World’s most widely used jet trainer.

S – 62B / HH – 52A “SIKORSKY”: Used to provide air transport for the President of the Philippines from 1968 to 1975. It was eventually phased out due to its engine feature that did not conform to the requirements for VIP transport.

H – 34 “CHOCTAW” (S-58): Used in search and rescue operations from 1969 to 1980. It was also used for troop transport, aerial photogrammetry, mapping and intelligence work. It was phased out in October 1974.

A souvenir shop is also in the Museum with various PAF aircraft and PAF logo items such as T- shirts for sale. Visitors can purchase refreshments and snacks here as well. The entrance fee is 20 PHP/person and complimentary for Air Force family members. 

For more information:
Contact#: (63) 2-8323498

Hours of Operation: 8:00am - 12:00pm (Monday to Friday), 8:00am - 12:00pm (Saturday)