Join us for Open Ramp Day on Saturday, November 18th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, the ultimate planespotting event at Hobby Airport! Experience the thrill up close with unparalleled views of aircraft in motion from both the Museum's ramp and upper floors. Whether you choose to fly in or drive in, we invite you to join the excitement and support our shared passion for aviation.
Planespotting: Capture the thrill up close at Hobby Airport, home to Houston's premier plane spotting location. Grab your camera and enjoy unobstructed views of aircraft in motion from both the Museum's ramp and upper floors.
Fly-ins and Drive-ins: Join us on the ramp for Tiger Flight’s fly by. Meet Pilot ‘Bloke’ and Rodney to learn about their incredible planes and life as an aviator.
11:00 PM - Historical Talk: Don't miss Michael Bludworth’s captivating talk on the 'Texas City's First Aero Squadron, 1913.'
VR Flight Simulator: Step into a virtual cockpit, take control, and soar with the VR flight simulator. Experience the thrill of piloting a simulated flight from Hobby Airport and beyond. Suitable for aviation enthusiasts of all ages.
Museum Exhibits:
‘Flying Starliners: The Journey of Trans-Texas Airways’
Houston Aviation History exhibits spanning from the early 1900s to the present day.
Shirts, hats, toys & collectibles for sale
Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for kids. Fly-in visitors and museum members receive free admission! Mark your calendars and see you there!
The 1940 Air Terminal Museum is located west of William P. Hobby Airport off of Telephone Rd. and Airport Blvd.