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Delta Flight Museum

4.7 · 3,522 reviews
Educational and industrially nostalgic
Delta Flight Museum, 1060 Delta Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30354, United States
Interesting facts
1

The museum hangars were once used to service the legendary Douglas DC-3 aircraft.

2

The 747-400 on display, Ship 6301, was the first of its kind built by Boeing.

3

The Spirit of Delta 767 was funded through a voluntary employee payroll deduction program to boost morale in the early 1980s.

4

The museum grounds include a 'Propeller Plaza' featuring a collection of historic aviation engines and parts.

5

The original Huff-Daland Dusters company, Delta’s precursor, was the world’s first commercial agricultural flying company.

Overview

The Delta Flight Museum is housed within two historic 1940s-era aircraft maintenance hangars at Delta Air Lines' world headquarters. The collection features a Spirit of Delta Boeing 767, which was purchased by employees in 1982, and the original Huff-Daland Dusters crop duster from 1925. Visitors can tour a retired Boeing 747-400, including access to the upper deck and an inspection of the internal mechanics. Interactive exhibits include a full-motion Boeing 737 flight simulator available for scheduled experiences. The museum archives preserve over a century of commercial aviation history, documenting the evolution from the airline's agricultural roots to global operations. Displays cover the progression of flight attendant uniforms, cabin interiors, and corporate branding throughout the decades.

Photo spot

Standing directly under the wing of the Boeing 747-400 located in the outdoor airpark.

Insider tips

Check availability for the flight simulator in advance, as these slots require separate reservations.

Wear comfortable footwear, as walking through the interior of the Boeing 747 involves steep stairs.

Visit the museum store for exclusive vintage-branded aviation memorabilia not sold elsewhere.

What to avoid

Do not attempt to walk to the museum from the airport terminals, as it is located on a restricted-access corporate campus that requires specific gate entry.

Good to know

Closed on Wednesdays.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2-3 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings to avoid large school groups and weekend family crowds.
Address
Delta Flight Museum, 1060 Delta Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30354, United States
33.656, -84.422
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Details
Key exhibitsShip 6301 (Boeing 747-400), Spirit of Delta (Boeing 767), 1925 Huff-Daland Duster

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2-3 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday mornings to avoid large school groups and weekend family crowds..

Standing directly under the wing of the Boeing 747-400 located in the outdoor airpark.

Close by you'll find Academy Theatre, Lakewood Amphitheatre, Zoo Atlanta.