MISSION STATEMENT
The WWII Flight Training Museum is a non-profit organization that is
entirely funded by donations, grants, and contributions. It is dedicated
to sharing the story of the courage and spirit of the American men and
women who became pilots during the Second World War. Our primary mission
is to preserve, protect, develop, and advance the understanding of our
nation's aviation training heritage through collections, research, exhibits,
and interpretation of the 63rd Flight Training Detachment. Our secondary
mission is to try to maintain the heritage and as much of the historical
integrity of the Raymond-Richardson Aviation School as possible.
ABOUT THE MUSEUM
The museum is located on the most intact, independent and freestanding WWII
Primary Flight Training School site remaining in the United States. Thirteen of the
original buildings are still in place, including a 1941 barracks building that
has been restored and converted into a museum and library. It is primarily dedicated to
its role as a pilot training facility in World War II.
The World War II Flight Training Museum in Douglas tells the important and often unknown
story of wartime military training. It represents one of the dozens of flight schools, bases, and
airfields that sprung up to meet the wartime demand for combat pilots. These men were to fight in
the skies over Germany and Japan during the world's largest airborne conflict.
Exhibits also provide examples of period military artifacts and home front memorabilia.
Periodically, special displays and presentations are provided to feature specific
aspects of this history.
3 AIRPORT CIRCLE
DOUGLAS, GEORGIA 31534
912-383-9111
douglas63rd@accessatc.net
Museum hours are 11 AM to 4 PM on Friday and Saturday.
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