Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey

The Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey is one of the state’s most acclaimed historic aircraft and space museums. Carrying a variety of historic aircraft, from the Sikorsky HH-52 Seaguard to the Martin 2-0-2, this hall of fame and museum remains dedicated to preserving and showcasing New Jersey’s distinguished two-century aviation and space heritage. Not only does the museum honor pilots and others who have contributed to the NJ aerospace industry, but it also allows visitors to discover all the nuances of aviation innovation and engineering. From the massive library and research center that carries over 4,000 volumes and a collection of aviation video to the extensive collection of air and space artifacts, the Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey provides visitors with a rewarding and educational experience regarding the many historic events that took place in New Jersey.

Exhibits and Museum Features

Founded in 1972, the Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey remains dedicated to providing an enriching experience to visitors. The most popular exhibits of this facility, located at the Teterboro Airport, are undoubtedly the full-sized aircrafts on display. Some of the aircrafts featured include the OV-1 Mohawk attack and observation aircraft, the Bell 47 two-blade helicopter, the Martin 2-0-2 airliner, and the Sikorsky HH-52 Seaguard helicopter that the U.S. Coast Guard commonly uses for air-sea rescues. 

Another acclaimed exhibit at the museum is the “Fundamentals of Flight” interactive aerodynamics exhibit, which exposes visitors to the science, engineering, piloting, and management of air travel. Visitors can also discover the rocket engine that once propelled the X-15 to record-breaking speeds and heights as well as the first American hovercraft that was designed by Charles Fletcher.₁ 

Aviation Hall of Fame

After exploring the many interactive and authentic exhibits and artifacts, museum-goers and aviation enthusiasts can also learn about the famous New Jersey individuals who made major contributions to space and aviation. Every year, the hall of fame continues to honor three individuals who came from New Jersey. 

Past inductees to the hall of fame include the “Lone Eagle” Charles Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart (flew the Atlantic Ocean in a Teterboro-built Fokker Trimotor), and many others. 

Wings and Wheels Expo

Every year, the Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey, in collaboration with Teterboro Airport, host the Wings and Wheels Expo. This popular family event features WWII airplanes, helicopters, military vehicles, vintage show cars, and live entertainment. 

Furthermore, visitors can even organize rides on the historic B-17 Yankee Lady, explore a massive array of exhibits and full-craft aircraft, and enjoy a weekend of live entertainment and aviation displays.₃

1.) http://www.njahof.org/exhibits.htm 2.) http://www.njahof.org/halloffame.htm 3.) http://www.njahof.org/ww.htm