Upcoming Events & Exhibits
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HARRIER ARRIVAL UPDATE – DON’T MISS THIS MOMENT IN HISTORY!
This is one of the biggest events in Tillamook Air Museum history — and you’re invited to witness it LIVE!
The combat-tested AV-8B Harrier II is scheduled to fly into Tillamook on Monday, August 4th between 3:30–4:30 PM — arriving under its own power from China Lake, California.
The AV-8B is a very-unique fixed-wing aircraft that is capable of performing short take-off/landings, hover and turn maneuvers, and can perform a steep climb out of a hover. Come and see this aircraft perform its final flight into Tillamook Airport and be inducted into the museum!
After landing, the Harrier will taxi to the north end of Hangar B, near the Museum’s Mini-Guppy, sitting outside the Museum. A few safety components will be removed, and then…
The public will be invited to approach the aircraft, meet the pilot and maintenance crew, and take photos during a 30-minute window before it’s moved indoors for exhibit preparation.
A MAP of the best public viewing spots is included in this post:
• Gravel turnout at Long Prairie Rd & Hwy 101 • “Mooring circle” near UPS off of Long Prairie Road • Airfield viewing via Cemetery Road Access — visitors may park near the Museum’s large cargo aircraft (the Mini-Guppy) and walk on foot up the Cemetery Road access for a view of the airfield
Please note: The Museum will close early at 3:00 PM on Monday, August 4th so staff can focus on supporting the safe arrival and transition of this remarkable aircraft into our collection and our community.
***Because this is a live military jet arrival, attendees are encouraged to bring ear protection or earplugs***
Arrival time and activities are weather and mission dependent and subject to change.
This is truly a once-in-a-generation event — don’t miss your chance to be part of it!
503-842-1130 | info@tillamookair.com
Photo Cred: @pasley_photo, Chris Pasley
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