Comox Air Force Museum
Tourism Region: Comox Valley-Vancouver Island
The museum contains a history of Canadian military aviation, both nationally and locally, in its evolution from the Royal Flying Corps to Air Command of the Canadian Forces. The Museum focuses on the heritage of 19 Wing Comox and its resident squadrons, as well as West Coast Air Force aviation.
About the Collections
The museum contains a history of Canadian military aviation, both nationally and locally, in its evolution from the Royal Flying Corps to Air Command of the Canadian Forces. The short-lived years of the Canadian Air Force (1918-1924) and the glory years of the Royal Canadian Air Force (1924-1968) are also chronicled. On display are uniforms, log books, aircraft seats, models, First World War flying jackets and a myriad of other historical artifacts, some of significant value.
Exhibits reflect the heritage, traditions and progress of Canadian Forces Base Comox; periodically highlights moments in RCAF history and West coast aviation in the feature gallery
Also, the museum includes an extensive reference library, including unique photos and an broad collection of peridodicals.
Archives
The museum includes an extensive reference library, including unique photos and an broad collection of peridodicals.
Prints and Drawings •
Manuscripts •
Films and Videos •
Photographs •
Textual Records
Decorative Arts
Costumes •
Metalwork, Silverwork or Goldwork •
Textiles or Tapestries
Fine Arts
Miscellaneous:
War Art
Human History
Ceremonial Objects
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Communications Devices
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Costumes and Accessories
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Currency
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Imaging
: Film
: Photographs
: Video
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Local History
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Manuscripts
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Maps, Charts, Plans or Blueprints
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Masks
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Medals
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Memorabilia
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Military History and Technology
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Oral History
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Transportation
: Aviation
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Weapons
Services & Activities
Research Services
Archival Records •
Library •
Video Library
Visitor Services
Films and Videos
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Guided Tours
: English
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Accessible by Public Transportation
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Information Centre or Desk
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Parking Facilities
: Free
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Gift shop
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Special Needs Facilities
: Parking
: Signs
: Washrooms
: Wheelchair access
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Washrooms
Volunteer Services
Volunteer Services Available
Number of Volunteers: 55
Activities: Restoration
Museum Tours
Displays
Gift Shop
Research
Member Privileges
Voting at the Annual General Meeting; Opportunity to become one of the museum Association directors; Involvement in a wide range of museum activities, including hands-on restoration work; Membership social functions; Discount at the museum Gift shop
Internet Services
General Information •
Collections •
Directions or Map •
Online Giftshop or Bookstore
Local Tourism Links
Local Attractions •
Hotels •
Restaurants
Publications and Products
Our library contains over 7,000 books related to aviation and is one of the best aviation reference libraries in Canada.
Books •
Brochures •
Magazines •
Periodicals •
Postcards •
Posters •
T-Shirts or Sweatshirts or Caps •
Slides •
Commemorative Souvenirs •
Videos
Map
Location
| Address: |
19 Wing Comox Lazo, British Columbia V0R 2K0 See Map |
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| Telephone: | 250-339-8162 |
| Fax: | 250-339-8162 |
| Mailing Address: |
Comox Air Force Museum 19 Wing Comox, PO Box 1000, Station, Forces, British Columbia V0R 2K0 |
| Email Us |
Hours of Operation
Operations:
Year Round
Open: Year Round - open 10 am to 4 pm
Closed:
Christmas and New Years Day
Admission:
Free
Admission by Donation
