The Collection itself consists of more than 130 aircraft and artifacts (propellers, engines) from both civil and military service. It gives particular, but not exclusive, reference to Canadian achievements. The most extensive aviation collection in Canada, it is also considered one of the finest in the world.

Care and development of this collection remains one of the Museum’s main purposes. The Museum practises conservation and restoration techniques to keep the collection in a condition equal to the highest standards.

Sharing the collection is the Museum’s other purpose and is accomplished via:

• exhibitions, tours, and visits
• library, archives, and image bank
• educational programming and daily activities
• research papers, photo essays, and aircraft histories
• birthday parties, and special events

As a national museum, the Canada Aviation and Space Museum enjoys both a national and an international reputation and following. It is one of three museums within the Canada Science and Technology Museums Corporation. If you live in or plan to visit Canada’s Capital Region, add “visit the Canada Aviation and Space Museum” to your agenda.

Visit our sister museums:

Canada Science and Technology Museum

The largest of its kind in Canada, the Canada Science and Technology Museum fulfills its mission through its collection, its permanent, temporary and travelling exhibitions, as well as special events, school programs, and workshops.

Canada Agriculture and Food Museum

The Canada Agriculture and Food Museum is living proof of the “Green Capital”. In fact, Ottawa is the only world capital that has a working farm at its heart. Canada’s unique agricultural heritage is featured at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum, where you can explore the sights and sounds of typical farm life.