Sullenberger Aviation Museum

Sullenberger Aviation Museum Founded in 1992 by aviation enthusiast and Carolina's Wing Commander of the Commemorative Air Force, Floyd Swinton Wilson, and his wife Lois.
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Highlighting stories of innovation & heroism throughout the history of aviation ✈️

Donate here 👉🏼 https://secure.qgiv.com/for/springappeal-aviation2026/

Hours 👇🏼
Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday: 12pm - 4:30pm
Monday: CLOSED SAM stands proudly alongside Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The museum is home to iconic aircraft and historical treasures, including the celebrated "Mirac

le on the Hudson" exhibit—featuring the very plane that safely landed in New York’s Hudson River on January 15, 2009. SAM tells stories of innovation, courage, and perseverance, inspiring visitors to chase their dreams and reach for the skies. As a Smithsonian Affiliate and welcoming over 120,000 visitors annually, SAM plays a vital role in Charlotte’s cultural landscape, offering tours, educational programs, and private event spaces. Join us as we take flight into the future—one story at a time. Learn more about SAM at https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/.

TONIGHT. 🍺✈️🎶Even the weather is excited about Hops & Props tonight… and honestly, at this point there are zero excuses....
05/29/2026

TONIGHT. 🍺✈️🎶

Even the weather is excited about Hops & Props tonight… and honestly, at this point there are zero excuses.

Perfect evening. Cold beer. Live music. Food trucks. Historic aircraft. Photo zones. Great people. Questionable dancing decisions. The full package.

Beer by:
Pilot Brewing
Olde Meck Brewing
NoDa Brewing
On Tap

Food trucks:
Big Homie Cooks
Libretto's Pizzeria
Lobster Dogs

🎶 DJ Ben D. bringing the soundtrack all night

📍 Sullenberger Aviation Museum
🕔 Tonight | 5–9 PM

🎟️ Tickets are $35 at the door

If your couch wins tonight, your Instagram feed is going to hurt your feelings tomorrow.

Let’s fill this hangar.
https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/hops-and-props-2026/

Final call for Hops & Props If you’ve been thinking about it—this is your moment to lock in before prices go up at the d...
05/28/2026

Final call for Hops & Props
If you’ve been thinking about it—this is your moment to lock in before prices go up at the door.

Hops & Props
Sullenberger Aviation Museum
Tomorrow | 5–9 PM

Craft beer (first one included) , , &

Live DJ set Deese
Photo zones throughout the hangar
Food trucks , ,

$30 now → $35 at the door
Members receive 25% off
Don’t wait and pay more later.

Grab your tickets now and we’ll see you tomorrow night!
https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/hops-and-props-2026/

By this time Friday, the hangar will be packed with craft beer, music, food trucks, airplanes, and people having a WAY b...
05/27/2026

By this time Friday, the hangar will be packed with craft beer, music, food trucks, airplanes, and people having a WAY better night than everyone sitting at home scrolling.
We’ve got the music: DJ Ben D. Deese
The BEST Beer: , , &
Serious Eats: , ,
Photo zones throughout the museum
This is your sign to lock in your Friday plans now.
🎟️ $30 in advance
➡️ $35 at the door
Don’t be the person asking to see pictures Saturday morning.
https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/hops-and-props-2026/

🍺✈️ 3 DAYS OUT ✈️🍺Your Friday night plans just got significantly better.Craft beer. Live music. Food trucks. Historic ai...
05/26/2026

🍺✈️ 3 DAYS OUT ✈️🍺
Your Friday night plans just got significantly better.

Craft beer. Live music. Food trucks. Historic aircraft.

Hops & Props is almost here—and this is your sign to stop thinking about it and just get the ticket.

We’ve got the music: DJ Ben D. Deese
The BEST Beer: Pilot Brewing, , &
Serious Eats: , Libretto's Pizzeria Charlotte, Lobster Dogs
Photo zones throughout the hangar

$30 now → $35 at the door, museums members enjoy 25% off. First beer of the night is free

Big thanks to our generous sponsor Key Street Advisors!

Grab your tickets now and let’s fill this hangar.
https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/hops-and-props-2026/

You KNOW we love a good paper airplane!😍
05/26/2026

You KNOW we love a good paper airplane!😍

Sometimes a hit bears repeating -- so enjoy this make-your-own on ! And if you make it -- post a photo!

To our heroes past and present THANK YOUActrive military and veterans enjoy 15% OFF all gift shop purchases all month lo...
05/25/2026

To our heroes past and present THANK YOU
Actrive military and veterans enjoy 15% OFF all gift shop purchases all month long in May.

It's our small way of showing our appreciation for your service.

Build it. Fly it. Break it. Repeat. AeroQuest Summer Camp is where creativity and engineering collide. Kids design bold ...
05/21/2026

Build it. Fly it. Break it. Repeat.
AeroQuest Summer Camp is where creativity and engineering collide. Kids design bold aircraft, tackle real challenges, and watch their ideas take flight.
Now enrolling rising 2nd–8th graders
Save their seat. Register at https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/learn/camps/

This Memorial Day, honor someone whose legacy deserves to be remembered. Whether you choose to commemorate a veteran, av...
05/20/2026

This Memorial Day, honor someone whose legacy deserves to be remembered.

Whether you choose to commemorate a veteran, aviator, loved one, mentor, or family member, a Flight Path Brick at Sullenberger Aviation Museum creates a lasting tribute that will inspire future generations.

Not ready to purchase a brick? Tribute donations made in honor or memory of someone special also help support the museum’s mission of education, preservation, and inspiration through aviation.

Leave a mark that lasts.

✈ Purchase a Flight Path Brick
https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/flightpath/
❤️ Make a Tribute Donation
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/springappeal-aviation2026/

Turning big dreams to cardboard concepts. ✨✈️ At AeroQuest Camp, kids become engineers for the week. From planning runwa...
05/19/2026

Turning big dreams to cardboard concepts. ✨✈️
At AeroQuest Camp, kids become engineers for the week. From planning runways to constructing their own airports, campers turn ideas into takeoff‑ready creations through hands‑on problem‑solving, collaboration, and creative design, all while putting their own spin on the future of aviation.
Summer 2026 is officially cleared for takeoff. Register here: https://www.sullenbergeraviation.org/learn/camps/

Sullenberger Aviation Museum is proud to honor the dedication and sacrifice of our active military and veterans.Througho...
05/18/2026

Sullenberger Aviation Museum is proud to honor the dedication and sacrifice of our active military and veterans.
Throughout the month of May, enjoy 15% OFF all gift shop purchases as a token of our gratitude.

Address

Charlotte, NC

Telephone

+17049773770

Website

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