The park is named after Vecihi Hürkuş, the first Turkish aircraft designer and the first person to build a Turkish airplane.
The collection includes a C-47 Dakota transport plane, which served as a backbone for allied air transport during the mid-20th century.
Visitors can observe the 'T-33' trainer jets, which were pivotal in training pilots for the Turkish Air Force during the Cold War era.
The park layout integrates decommissioned hardware directly into a functioning municipal park, allowing for a unique blend of urban recreation and aerospace history.
Vecihi Hürkuş Havacılık Parkı is an open-air aviation museum in Eskişehir dedicated to the legacy of Turkish aviation pioneer Vecihi Hürkuş. The park features a collection of decommissioned military and civilian aircraft displayed in a public green space. Notable exhibits include fighter jets like the F-104 Starfighter and F-84 Thunderstreak, along with training and passenger planes. The site serves as both an educational outdoor exhibit and a recreational area for local residents. It provides a rare opportunity for visitors to view the internal cockpit structures and exterior engineering of historic Turkish Air Force aircraft up close. The facility is managed by the Tepebaşı Municipality as part of their urban park network.
The nose area of the F-104 Starfighter, which allows for a dramatic low-angle perspective.
Visit during the shoulder seasons to avoid extreme heat, as the park offers limited shade.
Wear comfortable footwear, as the path surfaces vary between paved walkways and grass.
Avoid visiting during midday in July and August, as the metal surfaces of the aircraft heat up significantly and provide no shade.
Do not climb on the aircraft, as surfaces are historical artifacts and often fragile.
