Museo del Aire Honduras
About This Museum
Tucked away near Toncontín International Airport, the Museo del Aire feels like a hidden time capsule dedicated to Honduran aviation. You don't just see the history; you stand directly under the wings of veteran military trainers and weathered transport planes that have clearly seen decades of service. The atmosphere is wonderfully unpolished, a quiet, open-air hangar where the scent of old engines and high-altitude dreams still seems to linger. It’s a deeply personal and unpretentious look into the nation's skies.
Collection Highlights
The collection is anchored by a formidable Cessna A-37B Dragonfly, a light attack aircraft that bristles with character, alongside a hulking C-47 transport plane that hints at countless missions. Don't miss the sleek T-28 Trojan trainer and the surprisingly elegant de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk, which showcase the diverse fleet that has shaped local pilots.
Visitor Information
It's located just by the airport fence in Tegucigalpa—the address is more of a landmark code (3Q2M+G7M), so it's best to ask a local driver. The vibe is very casual; you can often wander right up to these mechanical giants without any barriers.
Architecture & Building
The museum isn't housed in a fancy building but rather feels like a functional, no-frills aeronautical workshop, with simple hangars and an open tarmac that let the aircraft themselves be the main event.
Contact & Location
Address: Francisco Morazán, Honduras
Phone: +504 2233-4692
