The museum is situated at Tatoi Airport, which served as the first airport of Athens and the original base of the Hellenic Air Force.
The collection includes a rare collection of aircraft from the post-WWII era, representing the transition from piston-engine to jet-powered flight in Greece.
It maintains several aircraft that were recovered and restored by Hellenic Air Force technicians, including some unique prototypes or modified airframes.
The museum site borders the historic royal estate of Tatoi, placing it in a significant landscape area of the Attica region.
The Hellenic Air Force Museum is located at the Dekelia Air Base in Tatoi and serves as the primary repository for the history of Greek aviation. The museum houses an extensive collection of retired aircraft, including vintage propellers, early jets, and helicopters used by the Hellenic Air Force throughout the 20th century. Exhibits are displayed both in indoor hangars and in an outdoor park area that allows for close-up viewing of airframes. The collection includes significant historical aircraft such as the C-47 Dakota, F-84 Thunderjet, and Mirage F1. It serves as a center for historical research and preserves the legacy of pilots and engineers who served in the Greek military. The facility is situated on active military grounds, which requires visitors to undergo security screening upon entry.
The outdoor exhibition area provides the best light and clearance for capturing full-frame shots of the fighter jet collection.
Bring a government-issued photo ID as it is required for entry onto the military base.
Prepare for significant walking, as the outdoor exhibits are spread across a wide area of the airfield.
Visit during cooler months or early in the day, as the outdoor exhibit area offers minimal shade.
Do not attempt to walk around the restricted areas of the active airbase; stay within the marked museum zones.
Closed on Mondays. May have restricted access during official military events or base exercises.
Visitors must adhere to strict security protocols; photographing military infrastructure beyond the museum exhibits is strictly prohibited.
