About Fleet Air Arm Museum
The Fleet Air Arm Museum is Australia's naval aviation museum located at HMAS Albatross on Albatross Road, Nowra Hill in the City of Shoalhaven, New South Wales. Operated by the Royal Australian Navy, it preserves the history of the Fleet Air Arm since 1947. The museum houses more than 30 aircraft, helicopters and extensive artefacts, photographs and memorabilia across large hangar displays, documenting naval aviation operations, technology and personnel.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect large hangar galleries within the active HMAS Albatross naval air station displaying more than 30 fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, engines, weapons, uniforms and archival photographs. Exhibits are arranged chronologically and thematically with interpretive panels, interactive displays and accessible cockpits. The setting overlooks the airfield runway, with indoor exhibition halls, a theatrette, gift shop and cafe. Guided tours and self-guided walks allow close viewing of aircraft.
Key highlights
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Collection of more than 30 Royal Australian Navy aircraft and helicopters including historic fighters, anti-submarine and utility helicopters
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Historic aircraft such as Douglas A-4 Skyhawk, Grumman Tracker, de Havilland Sea Venom and Bell UH-1 Iroquois
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Interactive cockpit experiences and hands-on displays
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Location within the operational HMAS Albatross naval air station with airfield views