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Meet the Visionaries, Heroes & Villains

The Aviation Museum celebrates the spirit, determination and courage of the people who founded Aviation in the centre of Australia through displays and stories. It is volunteer run and entry is by donation.  

Click on NEWS & EVENTS for latest news.

Open Wednesdays thru to Sundays from 11am to 3pm.
Closing for Xmas/summer break from Dec 8 to March 1


 

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On Display

Townsite Aerodrome

Did you know that Memorial Avenue fronting the Aviation Museum precinct used to be a runway? Yep...it sure was.
 
Come and checkout the new Townsite aerodrome display in the Museum and get the full story.

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Gift Shop

Before You Fly Off

Browse our range of souvenirs and publications about local aviators and aviation industry pioneers in our Townsite Gift Shop.

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Exhibits

Aviation As It Was

Immerse yourself in the fascinating pioneering aviation stories featured in the Aviation Museum precinct, located on the site of Alice Springs' first aerodrome, known as Townsite...where it all began.

Become A Member

Do you want to become a member of the Central Australian Aviation Museum? Our Annual Membership option is $10, and our Life Membership option is $100.

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Please contact The Secretary below via email or phone for more information.

Volunteer / Donate

We are a volunteer-based organisation that work hard to keep this important part of our history alive and accessible. We would welcome your interest, support, and/or assistance.

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Please contact The Secretary below via email or phone for more information.

Our Partners

All our terrific Volunteers, 

and the following Sponsors

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Roger Leach

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Alice Springs Town Council

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Connellan Airways Trust

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Alice Springs Airport

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Nutrien Harcourts

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Robyn Lambley MLA

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Bendigo Bank

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Aircraft Engineering (NT)

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Josh Burgoyne MLA

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Rotary Club of Mbantua

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Rotary Club of Alice Springs

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Rotary Club of Stuart


Garden Secrets and Designs

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Centre Canvas

 

St Philip's College - community service program

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Red Centre Technology
 

This new website has been built thanks to the generous support by the Australian Government’s Culture, Heritage and Arts Regional Tourism (CHART) Program

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