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        Today: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
        Tomorrow: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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        Airborne and Special Operations Museum feature life-size dioramas, rare aircraft, artifacts and interactive displays that celebrate this special sector of the armed forces. Five main exhibits allow visitors to “jump” from Aug. 16, 1940—the date of the U.S. Army Parachute Test Platoon's first leap—to the World War II, Cold War, Vietnam and post-Vietnam eras. Included among the impressive aircraft collection are a C-47 plane, Waco CG-4A glider and UH-1 helicopter. A 24-seat motion simulator places visitors in the midst of parachute jumps, helicopter gunship attacks and daring missions. A reproduction of a war-stricken French village offers a glimpse into the aftermath of the 1944 Normandy Invasion. Other highlights include a 235-seat large-screen movie theater, a 50-seat video theater and an area devoted to changing exhibits
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        Downtown Fayetteville
        Amenities
        Handicap accessible
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        http://www.asomf.org

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        Parking: Lot

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        daniel-lydia
        Edited: 12/22/2016
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        Excellent Place to Visit

        This is a great place to go when you first get to Fayetteville, since most people you talk to will assume you have a basic understanding of the Army, especially the 82nd Airborne and Special Forces. This museum is a fun way to get the background info, and is way less confusing than having a soldier explain it to you.
        in addition to artifacts, there are costumed mannequins, interesting scenery, and sound effects, so it's a really fun way to pass an afternoon. Even kids (or adults who behave like them) will find something to enjoy.
        at all possible, try to go on Airborne Day, when there are extra exhibits set up inside and out on the lawn. They are manned by active duty soldiers in those positions. So for example, you can talk to an actual Special Forces Halo graduate and have them explain the business of jumping out of a plane. In addition, the Army choir performs, and Riggers show you how they pack parachutes, so it's a really good time!

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        Phone: (910) 643-2778

        Address: 100 Bragg Blvd, Fayetteville, NC 28301

        Website: http://www.asomf.org

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