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National Historic Site · AL

Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site

Before the first African American military pilots became known as the "Red Tails" they wore striped tails as they began their flight training in the Army's PT-17 Stearman bi-plane. Their flying adventure started at Moton Field, in Tuskegee, Alabama, where the Army Air Corps conducted a military test to determine if African Americans could be trained to fly combat aircraft.

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Red-Tail P-51D Mustang In Flight Exhibit
One of the most beloved and recognized airplanes of World War II - North American P-51D Mustang
A World War II flight simulator and PT-17 bi-wing training plane
Take a "Walk Back In Time" in Hangar #1 to see the faces and visit the places where cadets trained as America's first African-American military pilots and support crews.
Female Mechanic works on military aircraft
Many are amazed to learn of the vital role women played as part of the Tuskee "Airmen" Experience.
Small Yellow training plane used in the Civilian Pilot Training Prograj - J3 Piper Cub
Visitors are surprised to see the small size of the airplane in which First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt took a flight with Negro Pilot Charles A. Anderson.
Two airplane hangars - Hangar #1 in foreground and Hangar #2 in background at Moton Field.
Come, experience the "power of place" where the Tuskegee Airmen blazed a trail that led to the civil rights movement.of the 1950's and 1960's.

Activities

  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits