The aircraft displayed is a Hawker Hunter, a British-built jet fighter used by the Peruvian Air Force.
The park is named after the street dedicated to José Abelardo Quiñones, a national hero and aviator of the Peruvian Air Force.
The site was renovated as part of municipal efforts to improve public recreation areas in the Yanahuara district.
Airplane Park, officially known as Parque del Avión, features a retired Hawker Hunter fighter jet permanently displayed on a pedestal. Located in the Yanahuara district of Arequipa, the park serves as a tribute to Peruvian aviation history. The jet remains the primary focal point of the landscaped public space. The site is situated along the Avenida José Abelardo Quiñones, a prominent thoroughfare in the city. The park area includes paved walkways, green spaces, and benches for visitors. It serves as a localized recreational space for residents and a minor point of interest for aviation enthusiasts.
From the front-quarter angle of the jet, which captures both the aircraft's profile and the surrounding park greenery.
Visit during daylight hours to clearly see the details of the aircraft exterior.
The park is located near the Mirador de Yanahuara, making it easy to combine both stops in one outing.
Do not attempt to climb onto the pedestal or the aircraft itself, as it is strictly prohibited and restricted.
