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Hours, Fees &
Directions

American Helicopter Museum & Education Center Hours_Fees_Directions

The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center's regular operating hours are

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10 am until 5 pm, and Sunday, noon until 5 pm. Last admission all days is 4 pm.

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Reservations are not required. Group tours are available by appointment on

Thursdays and Fridays for groups of 10 or more people.

Any additional updates will be posted here and on our Facebook page

Hours
Monday – Wednesday Closed
Thursday – Saturday

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday

Noon – 5:00 PM
Last admission: 4:00 pm

Group Tours
Available by appointment on

Thursdays and Fridays

Closed the following holidays:
• New Year’s Day
• Easter Sunday
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

American Helicopter Museum & Education Center

Admission Fees

Type

Price per Person

Adults
Seniors (60 & up)
Students with ID & Children ages 2 – 12
Veterans with ID
Children under 2
ACCESS Philly*
Group Rates**

$15.00
$14.00
$14.00
$13.00
Free
$2.00
$12.00

Consider one of our Membership Packages for unlimited visits and other perks!


*ACCESS Philly: Present your ACCESS card and receive admission or tickets for up to four people at $2 each. Not valid with any other offer or group rate. Visitors must present their ACCESS card along with a photo ID to receive the discount.  Not valid on special exhibitions, special events or features, or with any other offers or groups rate. ACCESS Philly is a region-wide initiative led by

Art-Reach.


**Group Rates: 10 or more people, by reservation only


Inclement Weather
AHMEC adheres to the West Chester Area School District school closing directives during inclement weather. Check WCASD for closure information and call ahead to be certain the

museum is open, especially on weekends.

Parking

The Museum has free parking for approximately 50 cars outside its main entrance.

Visitors are welcome to park in those spaces.

FAQs
  • Can I touch or climb in the aircraft?
    Several aircraft are available for visitors to enter. Aircraft that you are not permitted to enter are either closed or have stanchions to prevent entry. If you are unsure, please ask a staff member.
  • Can I fly my drone at the museum?
    No. Due to FAA regulations, no one may launch a drone from the museum’s property.
  • Are pets or service animals permitted at the museum?
    Service animals are permitted but pets are prohibited.
  • Is there a charge for parking?
    No.
  • Is the museum handicapped accessible?
    Yes.
  • Are there designated smoking areas?
    No. The building and grounds are non-smoking.
  • Does the museum offer guided tours?
    The museum is a self-guided experience, with docents (availability varies) and staff in the gallery to answer questions. Group tours, which include a special program, are available; more info is available here.
  • Can I bring food?
    Yes. We have an indoor lunch room and outside picnic tables where you may eat your pre-packed lunch. Except on some special occasions (such as FamilyFest), the museum only offers snacks and drinks for purchase.
  • Are there special rules for photographing the aircraft?
    No. You are welcome to photograph our collection. Please follow the guidelines for closed aircraft.
  • Can I fly in to visit the museum?
    Any requests to fly into the Brandywine Airport (OQN) must be arranged through the airport.

Flying In

American Helicopter Museum & Education Center

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center is located on the north side of Brandywine Regional Airport.

 

We have our own helipad, ramp and runway access

adjacent to the museum.

 

Navigate to Brandywine Regional Airport
(KOQN) and turn onto the pad near our V-22 Osprey.

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