The collection includes the 'FAC 0001', the historical presidential aircraft used by various Colombian leaders.
The museum grounds feature a dedicated display of anti-aircraft artillery and historical air defense radar systems.
The institution was relocated to its current site in Tocancipá to accommodate its expanding fleet of large aircraft exhibits.
Many of the static aircraft on display were restored by active-duty aviation technicians.
The museum maintains a specialized collection of historical aviation engines, showcasing the evolution of propulsion technology in Colombia.
The Museo Aeroespacial Fuerza Aeroespacial Colombiana is the premier institution dedicated to the history of Colombian aviation, located in Tocancipá. The museum houses an extensive collection of retired military aircraft, including jets, transport planes, and helicopters used by the Colombian Air Force throughout its history. Exhibits are distributed across outdoor exhibition areas and indoor hangars, displaying aeronautical technology, radar equipment, and aviation uniforms. The site serves as a primary repository for the technical and cultural heritage of the Fuerza Aeroespacial Colombiana. Visitors can view specific aircraft models like the T-33, Mirage 5, and various trainer aircraft that defined the country's mid-20th-century aerial capabilities.
The main tarmac area featuring the line-up of jet fighters with the Andean mountains in the background.
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing as the site features significant outdoor exhibition areas.
Bring sun protection, as the altitude and open nature of the tarmac provide little shade.
Check the museum's social media pages before visiting for news on temporary hangar closures for restoration work.
Do not attempt to visit on Mondays, as the museum is closed for maintenance.
Closed every Monday for maintenance and administrative tasks.
Do not touch or climb on the aircraft unless explicitly designated as a cockpit-view experience.
