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The
Exhibitions
The National Norwegian Aviation Museum tells
the story of Norwegian aviation history.
The exhibits display Norwegian aviation
history from its early beginning until today – technology,
society, people.
The exhibition premises, which cover 10,000 m2,
house civilian aircrafts, military aircrafts, and helicopters.
You can experience the exciting history of
aviation at close quarters. See famous and illustrious military
aircraft
such as the Spitfire, CF-104 Starfighter, Ju 88 and the U-2 spy
plane, or workhorses and passenger
aircraft
like the Ju 52, Twin Otter and F.28.
The story of Norwegian aviation is divided into military and civilian sections.
Civil Aviation
The Museum's
exhibition on civil aviation depicts the history that
progresses from the pioneer spirit and hair-raising bravado
to aviation as a vital means of transport today. Aviation in
Norway started with demonstrations in the early 1900s.
Record setting was a major sport. Transportation of mail by
air was attempted in 1920, while the first regular passenger
routes commenced in 1935. It was not until the 1950s that
aviation became significant for Norwegian transport.
At the exhibition you can test aerodynamic principles, and
subjects like engines, meteorology, the Norwegian Aero Club,
airlines and the rescue service are presented in depth in
separate departments.
The CAA Museum's section explains what happens behind the
scenes before aircraft take off, and which support systems
they have, so that you as the passenger, may be transported
safely to your destination.
Military
Aviation
From
being an aid in monitoring the enemy's movements, Norwegian
military aviation has developed into a significant
independent branch of defense. The exhibition includes the
establishment of the Army and Navy's Air Force, the war
1940-45 and the construction of Norway's modern air defense
following World War 2.
Control tower
Visit the control tower with its spectacular views over the city
and airport, and follow the day’s flights and air traffic first
hand!
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