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I love flying, so I was super pumped when my husband gifted me the flight simulation experience at the Delta Museum. I have done a simulator before in Florida for a Cessna and then did a few discovery flights in those planes, but the idea of flying a simulator for a much larger plane was super exciting. I had no idea this was available until he told me about it and I was very glad to enjoy this experience for my birthday. The flight simulator is not cheap (it is just under $500), but it does include entrance to the museum and the simulation experience for up to 4 guests (though only two will manipulate the simulator). We had an appointment for the flight simulator and arrived just over an hour earlier to go through the museum first. We took our time perusing everything in the museum including the outdoor hangars and one hour was more than enough time to get through it all. I LOVED the museum. It was fascinating to see the history of aviation in the way they have presented it. Once we were done, we had about 10 minutes to wait around for the simulation instructor to meet us for our appointment. We hung out near the entrance waiting for him. Unfortunately, we waited far too long as he was more than half an hour late, leaving us hanging for more than 40+ minutes. There was nobody in the simulator before us so no obvious reason why he would be late. It was not a great first impression to make us wait so long without explanation or even so much as an apology. The instructor was honestly the biggest negative of our experience for both his lateness and his attitude throughout, but fortunately the experience was incredible enough to overshadow the subpar instructor we got stuck with. The flight simulator itself is AMAZING! I do believe it is well worth every penny, and I have every intention of returning to give it another go sometime in the near future. In addition to the pilot and co-pilot seats, there are two additional seats for the other two guests to watch from and another for the instructor. Being in the cockpit was a really cool experience, and I loved getting to see all the knobs and gauges up close. It was VERY realistic! From the moment you leave the gate and taxi towards the runway to flying in the air and eventually landing, it truly feels like you are in a real plane. It was a blast and I loved every second of it despite our instructor. We will definitely be back, though I will insist on a different instructor, so that we can enjoy the experience even more.
If youre an aviation or Delta geek, this is a must see in Atlanta! Staff are lovely and the museum has so much history. The gift shop also has a lot of Delta merch so make sure you stop on your way out :)
Before I get to the actual museum, just wanted to say, if you are visiting and can drive, drive here. Because though it is "close" to Atlanta airport, it is by no means easy to get to without a car. Frankly, public transportation in Atlanta is unreliable, especially the buses. The google map location is the current address for this museum, not the one listed in their email. However, car services will route you to and from the Delta HQ which is the opposite side of the museum! Also that area is obviously restricted to employees of Delta, rightfully so, so you won't be able to stroll past the gates for your uber/lyft to pick you up. The security will kindly have them drive back outside the gates for you. Said HQ entrance is around a 15 min mostly pavement-less traffic road fyi. If you are planning to be picked up by a rideshare, the staff at the museum recommended using 1220 Woolman Place (didn't work for me on lyft, so best of luck to you). Moving on, the museum itself was lovely. As soon as you enter, there are 2 "buildings" in the massive parking lot space. One is the delta aircraft 747, and the other is the main hangar building that showcases the history of the airline and houses multiple aircrafts to admire and well and endless historic flight crew uniforms and merch. The checkin process is very easy - enter the main building first and explore the different exhibits, then exit through the gift shop and end with the 747 aircraft. The flight simulator is a separate ticket, but the museum has plenty of activations geared towards kids as well as some dedicated photo op zones. The 747 exhibit was cool seeing through to the bones of the aircraft and getting to be up close to the wing of the plane. They do sell an "exclusive" 747 trading card when you enter ($15, which is quite pricy). The gift shop is small but has simple selection of apparel, accessories, and memorabilia trinkets. If you get the chance to visit during their monthly surplus sales when they host a flea market of old Delta merch, definitely come with empty trunk space to load up!
Didn't know what to expect and it's a bit hard to find. Do not try to go through the main Delta HQ gate! It's around the side. The museum is broken up into 3 sections. The first section has the 2 old timey planes that are just gorgeous. Along the wall is a ton of history and memorabilia depicting how we went from air mail to passengers through the years. If you are really into aviation history you could spend an hour in this room alone. Then tucked away a section of maybe a hundred model airplanes unfortunately behind a glass wall. Additionally there is a theater here with a movie playing but we didn't watch it. Next you go into the hanger with the full modern plane. It's MASSIVE. You never really get to see a plane up close like this. Inside it's partially the normal plane and then partially gutted with more museum pieces in it. Also in the area is a flight simulator which is only open occasionally so we didn't get to see it. Outside is another plane you can walk through and 1-2 others on display. Again with more history inside the plane. The 2 planes you can walk through have guides inside so you can ask all kinds of questions. Finally there is a Delta gift shop for all your Delta swag needs! If you are really into aviation I would plan half a day here. I think we did it in about 45 minutes and then headed to our flight. The airport is only 5 minutes away. Definitely definitely definitely worth checking out.
Beautiful place full of the history of flight, not just Delta. Lots of planes and plane parts to look at. Family outing friendly.
One of the first activities I planned on our visit out here and purchased tickets via their website (15.00 & well worth it). Entrance is a little difficult to find and I was surprised to see such high security measures in place (metal detector upon entering the museum and metal detector wand upon entering the 747 on display) but at least you feel safe. Lots to see and it is so cool that you also have access to enter not one but two retired planes! Plan on spending a couple of hours there. Gift shop is on site but very expensive and you can also do a simulator where they trained their pilots on but that is very expensive and you have to schedule and reserve a time. Definitely well worth it and a must see attraction when visiting Atlanta if you are into airplanes.
This museum was very informative about the history of Delta! Tons of exhibits and interactive models and places to take pictures throughout. Definitely would recommend you stopping by if you're in the Atlanta area!
This is such a fun flight museum for the aviation enthusiast. I stopped by later in the day (around 3pm) and was able to walk though everything at a decent pace before closing time. I was able to explore everything, except the big Boeing 777 parked outside. I had just missed the last tour time for the big guy, so plan to go a bit earlier to get the full Delta experience. The museum was beautiful and showcased various planes and uniforms throughout the years, dish ware, luggage pieces; just tons of memorabilia to the origins of Delta Air Lines. You can submerse yourself in 1980's travel as you walk through and sit in the actual Spirit of Delta Boeing 767. For the kiddos (and kids at heart) they'll be able see and touch actual aircraft engines and landing gear. There's just so much to explore and appreciate in every nook and cranny. I love that the museum is in the heart of all things Delta. It's also close proximity to The Porsche Experience Center and the original Chick-Fil-A, so if you're in the area exploring other attractions this is one worth adding to the list. The price of admission is pretty reasonable, and some hotel shuttles in the area will take you for free. Helpful tips: *If you are flight crew for any airline, bring your badge for 1/2 off admission. *Graduation of new flight attendants is on Fridays and the museum is closed, so call ahead to see if one is scheduled.
What a fun place to learn about the history of Delta Airlines and their aircraft! I went on Friday around 11:30am. The museum was not crowded so it was nice to be able to explore without the crowds. I did have trouble with knowing exactly where to park. I had an employee follow me throughout the parking lot directing me on where not to park and pointing out the correct parking. Please make sure that you park in the correct location. The employee did tell me that if visitors parked in the incorrect spot they maybe locked in a gate that's assigned "for employees only". The cost of entry is fairly reasonable. I believe I paid $15 but please review the website for pricing information. I really enjoyed my museum experience. There is so much history and lots of information to read. You're able to enter the aircraft and explore and learn about some of the first model airplanes and more! The reason for four stars instead of five is due to the lack of customer service. Most of the employees just stood around and didn't really assist myself or other customers. They didn't greet me upon entry and were not helpful with my questions. Other than that, this is a great place to visit!
If you are into airplanes, you will love this place! This place is very educational for both the young and old. They have several planes on display and a large plane that shows the ins and outs of the plane. The cockpits are outdated, but that is probably why the planes are in the museum. The museum is self-guided so you can take as much or as little time as you want. It is a nice place to visit once.
My son loves airplanes, and taking him to the Delta Museum it made him have the biggest smile. Love how it shows the history of the company. It is very cool how you were able to experience the exterior and interior of the planes. He was sad that there were a few exhibits that were closed. It took an hour to see everything. They definitely have the space to put more airplane.
It's as good as Epcot, except it's Delta, and it's an airline's history, not a cultural expo. The exhibits give great history of how Delta came to be, and--despite being a corporate museum--do so in a way that doesn't feel like a come-on. The 767 and the 747 that you can tour are really remarkable. The only thing I wish they had was an exhibit on operations. The logistics of running a thousand flights a day, and doing it in a safe and amicable way would be really cool to learn a little about. Regardless, definitely worth the modest admission fee.
Great time at the museum. Touring it at the delta blvd fest. Very informative and educational.
8 months ago
We want to visit new places local to Atlanta. We went to this location as a family of 4 with kids on age 4&9. Our kids had a wonderful experience and we did too. It was so amazing to see all the nice planes and the history of how delta came into being. The staff at this place are so wonderful and helpful. Don't miss out the attraction of the virtual flight screen where you can pick your destination and see those places in a boarding experience. In the end you get to take photo and get a printed copy courtesy of the museum. You will pick that up in the shop. We thought we could get some souvenir of model plane. But in my opinion the prices are in the order of a first class tickets. There is also outer area with different planes and also the 747 that you can get to experiment inside and out. Overall a great spot to visit by if you are closer to the airport. read more
It was great to see the amazing 100 years of Delta history. We stopped by before heading out of Atlanta and as a slight aviation enthusiast and Delta enthusiast it was a great spot. Entering the parking lot, you are greeted by two large planes and its tempting to stop and gawk but you'll have a chance to later. Mid-day Thursday, the museum was pretty empty so it was easy to look at and interact with all the exhibits. The first room plays a relatively quick video before opening up the the Legacy Hangar with a couple plans and a children's area. There is an interactive game for plane control signals that was fun! Moving on to the next space is a hall of different types and brands of planes that Delta uses or have used, neat to see them all in one place. The next hangar, Spirit Hangar, has a large B-767 plane, "The Spirit of Delta". Surrounding the plane is about destinations, delta luggage and uniforms through the year, acquisitions, and the flight simulator. It is cool to be able to be up close to such a large plane see the wheels and mechanisms underneath. Up on the mezzanine is where you go through a jet bridge and into the plane to see a little bit of what it was like and learn about the history of the plane. It is full of memorabilia that were fitting during the planes time. After the inside tour we went out to the 747 experience. About half of the aircraft seats are still in tact, and it is cool to interact with the various different types of cabins. There is a cut away of under the plane to see how it is constructed and various exhibits about the plane and moving it to the museum. Outside the plane you can walk up close and personal with the underside of the plane and other planes on site, including a DC-9, B-757, and DC-7B. It was a great spot to visit, the museum gift shop is stocked with a variety of Delta and aviation gifts and clothes. I would recommend to anyone with an aviation or Delta interest. read more
1 year ago
If you are an aviation Enthusiast and have a couple of hours to kill, I highly suggest visiting the Delta Museum. Admission is $20, but that includes two hangers full of Aviation memorabilia not only from Delta, but Airlines long gone. It also includes admittance to the 747 which is parked outside the museum. There is also a full motion 737 simulator available for rental. I believe it's around $400 per hour, but that could be split across two or three people. read more
I love flying, so I was super pumped when my husband gifted me the flight simulation experience at the Delta Museum. I have done a simulator before in Florida for a Cessna and then did a few discovery flights in those planes, but the idea of flying a simulator for a much larger plane was super exciting. I had no idea this was available until he told me about it and I was very glad to enjoy this experience for my birthday. The flight simulator is not cheap (it is just under $500), but it does include entrance to the museum and the simulation experience for up to 4 guests (though only two will manipulate the simulator). We had an appointment for the flight simulator and arrived just over an hour earlier to go through the museum first. We took our time perusing everything in the museum including the outdoor hangars and one hour was more than enough time to get through it all. I LOVED the museum. It was fascinating to see the history of aviation in the way they have presented it. Once we were done, we had about 10 minutes to wait around for the simulation instructor to meet us for our appointment. We hung out near the entrance waiting for him. Unfortunately, we waited far too long as he was more than half an hour late, leaving us hanging for more than 40+ minutes. There was nobody in the simulator before us so no obvious reason why he would be late. It was not a great first impression to make us wait so long without explanation or even so much as an apology. The instructor was honestly the biggest negative of our experience for both his lateness and his attitude throughout, but fortunately the experience was incredible enough to overshadow the subpar instructor we got stuck with. The flight simulator itself is AMAZING! I do believe it is well worth every penny, and I have every intention of returning to give it another go sometime in the near future. In addition to the pilot and co-pilot seats, there are two additional seats for the other two guests to watch from and another for the instructor. Being in the cockpit was a really cool experience, and I loved getting to see all the knobs and gauges up close. It was VERY realistic! From the moment you leave the gate and taxi towards the runway to flying in the air and eventually landing, it truly feels like you are in a real plane. It was a blast and I loved every second of it despite our instructor. We will definitely be back, though I will insist on a different instructor, so that we can enjoy the experience even more. read more
Before I get to the actual museum, just wanted to say, if you are visiting and can drive, drive here. Because though it is "close" to Atlanta airport, it is by no means easy to get to without a car. Frankly, public transportation in Atlanta is unreliable, especially the buses. The google map location is the current address for this museum, not the one listed in their email. However, car services will route you to and from the Delta HQ which is the opposite side of the museum! Also that area is obviously restricted to employees of Delta, rightfully so, so you won't be able to stroll past the gates for your uber/lyft to pick you up. The security will kindly have them drive back outside the gates for you. Said HQ entrance is around a 15 min mostly pavement-less traffic road fyi. If you are planning to be picked up by a rideshare, the staff at the museum recommended using 1220 Woolman Place (didn't work for me on lyft, so best of luck to you). Moving on, the museum itself was lovely. As soon as you enter, there are 2 "buildings" in the massive parking lot space. One is the delta aircraft 747, and the other is the main hangar building that showcases the history of the airline and houses multiple aircrafts to admire and well and endless historic flight crew uniforms and merch. The checkin process is very easy - enter the main building first and explore the different exhibits, then exit through the gift shop and end with the 747 aircraft. The flight simulator is a separate ticket, but the museum has plenty of activations geared towards kids as well as some dedicated photo op zones. The 747 exhibit was cool seeing through to the bones of the aircraft and getting to be up close to the wing of the plane. They do sell an "exclusive" 747 trading card when you enter ($15, which is quite pricy). The gift shop is small but has simple selection of apparel, accessories, and memorabilia trinkets. If you get the chance to visit during their monthly surplus sales when they host a flea market of old Delta merch, definitely come with empty trunk space to load up! read more
Didn't know what to expect and it's a bit hard to find. Do not try to go through the main Delta HQ gate! It's around the side. The museum is broken up into 3 sections. The first section has the 2 old timey planes that are just gorgeous. Along the wall is a ton of history and memorabilia depicting how we went from air mail to passengers through the years. If you are really into aviation history you could spend an hour in this room alone. Then tucked away a section of maybe a hundred model airplanes unfortunately behind a glass wall. Additionally there is a theater here with a movie playing but we didn't watch it. Next you go into the hanger with the full modern plane. It's MASSIVE. You never really get to see a plane up close like this. Inside it's partially the normal plane and then partially gutted with more museum pieces in it. Also in the area is a flight simulator which is only open occasionally so we didn't get to see it. Outside is another plane you can walk through and 1-2 others on display. Again with more history inside the plane. The 2 planes you can walk through have guides inside so you can ask all kinds of questions. Finally there is a Delta gift shop for all your Delta swag needs! If you are really into aviation I would plan half a day here. I think we did it in about 45 minutes and then headed to our flight. The airport is only 5 minutes away. Definitely definitely definitely worth checking out. read more
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Beautiful place full of the history of flight, not just Delta. Lots of planes and plane parts to look at. Family outing friendly. read more
One of the first activities I planned on our visit out here and purchased tickets via their website (15.00 & well worth it). Entrance is a little difficult to find and I was surprised to see such high security measures in place (metal detector upon entering the museum and metal detector wand upon entering the 747 on display) but at least you feel safe. Lots to see and it is so cool that you also have access to enter not one but two retired planes! Plan on spending a couple of hours there. Gift shop is on site but very expensive and you can also do a simulator where they trained their pilots on but that is very expensive and you have to schedule and reserve a time. Definitely well worth it and a must see attraction when visiting Atlanta if you are into airplanes. read more
4 months ago
This is such a fun flight museum for the aviation enthusiast. I stopped by later in the day (around 3pm) and was able to walk though everything at a decent pace before closing time. I was able to explore everything, except the big Boeing 777 parked outside. I had just missed the last tour time for the big guy, so plan to go a bit earlier to get the full Delta experience. The museum was beautiful and showcased various planes and uniforms throughout the years, dish ware, luggage pieces; just tons of memorabilia to the origins of Delta Air Lines. You can submerse yourself in 1980's travel as you walk through and sit in the actual Spirit of Delta Boeing 767. For the kiddos (and kids at heart) they'll be able see and touch actual aircraft engines and landing gear. There's just so much to explore and appreciate in every nook and cranny. I love that the museum is in the heart of all things Delta. It's also close proximity to The Porsche Experience Center and the original Chick-Fil-A, so if you're in the area exploring other attractions this is one worth adding to the list. The price of admission is pretty reasonable, and some hotel shuttles in the area will take you for free. Helpful tips: *If you are flight crew for any airline, bring your badge for 1/2 off admission. *Graduation of new flight attendants is on Fridays and the museum is closed, so call ahead to see if one is scheduled. read more
What a fun place to learn about the history of Delta Airlines and their aircraft! I went on Friday around 11:30am. The museum was not crowded so it was nice to be able to explore without the crowds. I did have trouble with knowing exactly where to park. I had an employee follow me throughout the parking lot directing me on where not to park and pointing out the correct parking. Please make sure that you park in the correct location. The employee did tell me that if visitors parked in the incorrect spot they maybe locked in a gate that's assigned "for employees only". The cost of entry is fairly reasonable. I believe I paid $15 but please review the website for pricing information. I really enjoyed my museum experience. There is so much history and lots of information to read. You're able to enter the aircraft and explore and learn about some of the first model airplanes and more! The reason for four stars instead of five is due to the lack of customer service. Most of the employees just stood around and didn't really assist myself or other customers. They didn't greet me upon entry and were not helpful with my questions. Other than that, this is a great place to visit! read more
If you are into airplanes, you will love this place! This place is very educational for both the young and old. They have several planes on display and a large plane that shows the ins and outs of the plane. The cockpits are outdated, but that is probably why the planes are in the museum. The museum is self-guided so you can take as much or as little time as you want. It is a nice place to visit once. read more
My son loves airplanes, and taking him to the Delta Museum it made him have the biggest smile. Love how it shows the history of the company. It is very cool how you were able to experience the exterior and interior of the planes. He was sad that there were a few exhibits that were closed. It took an hour to see everything. They definitely have the space to put more airplane. read more
It's as good as Epcot, except it's Delta, and it's an airline's history, not a cultural expo. The exhibits give great history of how Delta came to be, and--despite being a corporate museum--do so in a way that doesn't feel like a come-on. The 767 and the 747 that you can tour are really remarkable. The only thing I wish they had was an exhibit on operations. The logistics of running a thousand flights a day, and doing it in a safe and amicable way would be really cool to learn a little about. Regardless, definitely worth the modest admission fee. read more
2 years ago
Great time at the museum. Touring it at the delta blvd fest. Very informative and educational. read more
2 years ago
As a long time Delta/aviation nerd I've wanted to visit but never seemed to have a long enough layover. So I decided to make a special trip to ATL to check it out. Did the full experience with 737-200 flight sim - best $425 I've spent in a while. Mike, the sim operator, and Jimmy, my co-pilot, were both awesome. Having flying experience helped, but I imagine anyone would have fun with the difficulty dialed up to match their skill level. Museum is top notch with 767, 747, DC-3, DC-7 and more to walk through or see up close. Only 3 miles from the terminal and they'll store your bag if you want to Uber there and back on a layover. Plan on 90 mins or so to see the museum and 60 mins for the sim. Highly, highly recommend! read more
2 years ago
Me and my fiancé went to the Delta museum on the 21st of this month. My fiancé flies for a living and all he wanted to do was see this museum.. from the moment we walked in all the staff were kind and gave us information so our visit can be pleasant. But Shannon went above and beyond and gave us a tour. With her enthusiasm for the museum really made us enjoy every minute. Because of Miss Shannon, we will be coming back in November on our next trip. we hope to see her again and if you have the courtesy of meeting Shannon, you'll be more than happy that you got to speak with her. read more
2 years ago
Very pleasantly surprised! Very nice and informative museum on the history of Delta. The planes were super cool and it was neat to go inside of them to see how they were back in the day. The staff and security were polite and greeted us a various stations. Its was definitely a good way to get out of the heat! The highlight was the huge 767 that you can tour. I loved the various displays that showed the changes of Delta over the years from clothing, to structures of the interior of the plane. There's also a flight simulator but it was closed when we arrived. If you're actually reading and looking through thoroughly it should take about an hour and a half/2 hours. The gift shop was cute. Admission was not too shabby either. Definitely worth checking out especially if you have a lengthy layover! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
good amazing place to go if you never seen a 747 in your life matter of fact touched one is an amazing place to go learn about 747 go in one sad i couldn't see other planes due to remodeling or other stuff but if u like the 747 you will love this place and there's a cool car too. nice museum about planes read more
While a little on the small side, I was actually pleasantly surprised by the Delta Flight Museum! Everyone I went with were equally as happy with the experience and the admission fee wasn't absurdly expensive either. If you're looking for a quick afternoon outing, that gets you out of the house but doesn't have you gone for HOURS ON END, this is the place to go (if you like planes/flying). read more
Went here with a big group of family during our family reunion. They were very accommodating and patient with us as not every member of the family arrived on time. Our tour guide Steve, a retired pilot, was very friendly and informative. He also did a great job overseeing our group of like 25. The highlight of the tour was definitely boarding the plane with the kids and family. It felt like it was just my family on a full plane back to Nigeria. Definitely alot or picture ready areas. The tour lasted about 2 hrs. Parking lot is big. They do have electric car charging stations in a connecting lot. They do allow cameras and strollers. They don't allow any weapons of any kind. You will have to go through metal detector upon entry. read more
This was a perfect outing for a 4 yo and 8 yo. Huge airplanes attract kids . The two hangers were clean and spacious. The kids got to run around to each plain freely. One of the planes was set up to go into. On the outside was a 747 that you could also go in. You do have to pass through security. Restrooms were clean. No food there. Gift shop average. Good for 1 to 3 hrs. Admission prices are reasonable. read more
This weekend was the fifth annual Hops in the Hangar event and the first one that I attended. It takes place in the Delta Flight Museum which is just off the busy Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The main hangar, which features a retired Boeing 767-200, and the hangar next door that features a couple of Delta's earlier planes, was set up with four dozen tents featuring breweries and brewpubs from nearby and further away, all of them with free and unlimited samples of their products. I managed to snag a "First Class" ticket I guess because someone's shopping cart expired because the event sold out within minutes leaving many with only the "Economy" ticket. The more expensive "fare" allowed entry to the event an hour earlier and access to an exclusive tent with more/better food and a few more exclusive vendors including Tito's. Great opportunity to see the Delta Flight Museum. Great selection of beers. A fun night in all, and I will look forward to returning for the next year. [Review 10565 overall, 333 of 2019.] read more
3 years ago
LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE! I used this venue for a private event and let me tell you they exceeded my expectations. Venue was great, catering was awesome and tour was very beneficial and lm great learning. Highly recommend read more
4 years ago
Not a huge museum but pretty cool to check out. Google Maps will take you to the wrong address, so triple check the directions before you head out. I loved being able to see the huge retired Delta planes in real life. The museum exhibits are put together very nicely. Don't forget to tour the 747 parked outside- it's huge and soooo neat to see. There are a lot of security checkpoints throughout your visit to this museum. You will have your items scanned and your body scanned at least twice. This is a great place to stop before heading out to the airport. You'll need an hour tops to tour the entire place. Bonus- restrooms were very clean and absolutely immaculate! Cute gift shop, too! read more
The museum does not have anywhere near the number of aircraft as other popular aeronautics museums, especially since it primarily focuses on commercial aviation. However, what it lacks in quantity of aircraft it more than makes up for in quality and experience. The only museum that comes close is the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy museum at Dulles Airport. The museum is a bit tough to get to because it is right in between the Delta headquarters and the airport. The museum does not seem to be expecting a ton of visitors which means they can be much more relaxed and fun. We went at the end of the day before our flight and spent 2 hours there until close, mostly on the 747 experience. The 747 experience is fantastic. I have never seen an exhibit that is so open and lets you do as you please. You can get right up and touch everything, something you do not see at most other museums. When they were converting this aircraft they clearly only locked down what they absolutely had to. Most every seat and cabinet is like you would find it on the aircraft. I spent quite a bit of time going through all of the galleys. The 747 is the star in my eyes but the rest of the museum is equally awesome. The flight simulator, though rather old, and no longer certified is amazing to see in action. After the 747 and the simulator, we had to run through the rest of the museum before they closed. The 767 and displays showcasing the history of Delta and commercial aviation are interesting. The extensive collection of scale model planes was impressive, I hope they get a better more permanent display. All of the staff were very nice, everyone there felt very welcoming and seemed to enjoy what they do. As a bonus the photos you can get are amazing, none of the bad lighting and crowds you will see at a lot of museums. The entire experience contrasted very positively with the chaos of the airport it sits next to. I hope that Delta continues to improve and promote this museum. The museum is great now but It would be so disappointing if they let it stagnate, which I fear they might do. I don't want to see it lose its small, nitch charm, it feels like a place for true enthusiasts. This kind of museum is a great way to build the Delta brand, and I hope to see them leverage this advantage more. Our Uber dropped us off at the wrong place, but the security guards were very helpful. I do wish there was a shuttle between the museum and airport though. read more
7 years ago
'Ello chaps! Delta Flight Museum celebrates Delta's long tradition of air service. The marquee exhibits and attractions of the museum are the retired 767 and 747 aircraft which are set up so you can walk on and through the planes. There are various displays inside both tracing the historical and modern day amenities and travel experiences. The museum has a whole has a good variety of historical and modern day exhibits and things to do. It's not a full day type of museum, but can still give you something to do for a few hours. Great gift shop, with a large variety of items and well priced. read more
We were visiting the Atlanta area and since we were staying in Hapeville, anyway, we decided to spend a couple of hours checking this out. A ticket, without the flight simulator, is $15 for adults, $10 for kids. With children, you'll get through this museum in a couple of hours. We walked around, looking at various aircraft and styles of dress crew members wore from days gone by. There were some great photo ops where kids can pose as pilots or sit on an engine. They have some great stuff in here. It was really interesting. We also toured an actual plane, but it was from the era that air flight was super glamorous with gourmet meals and passengers dressed to the nines, unlike today where you're smushed into a seat with no leg room and they don't even serve peanuts or pretzels! This was very interesting and fun for a short two or three hour tour, if you're close to the airport! read more
I absolutely loved this museum. I grew up around Delta. My mom has been a Delta employee for over 30 years and the company has treated her well. So, when I was visiting Atlanta, I had to stop by the museum. As you might guess, my rating is partially influenced by the sentimentality I feel for the brand. I came on a sunny Friday afternoon. The entry procedure into the parking lot was unexpected, having to stop, provide ID, and get a visitor parking pass. One would think they would streamline the process or provide parking access that isn't shared with the rest of company employees. I guess that proves that it isn't frequented by many "outsiders." No matter, once you get in its easy, and they have dedicated museum parking right at the front! Everything about this place is just so cool to me. From the aircraft displays, which are obviously impressive, to the exhibits showing the history of the airline and thereby the history of commercial air travel. For me, it's just so cool to see how the way we get from A to B has changed in less than a century of air travel. The outfits, the variations of first flight commemoration for people, and changes to seating and in-flight service, all of it absolutely captivated me. The excitement and creativity that defined the first few decades of air travel is tangible in these displays. I strongly suggest taking the time to look through these carefully to notice the details. Matches shaped like flight attendants, for instance. The second hangar continues with the same kind of displays, but unfortunately with a more corporate feel rather than the historical. The advertising is more obvious, so I suppose it's an appropriate but probably unintended commentary on how the jet age changed air travel. Still, the dominant 767 display is super cool, and the history of that specific airframe is touching. There's definitely a soul to this museum. A reverence for the past and an eye to the future. A respect for its roots and employees and carrying the legacy. This review reads like a commercial for Delta, and that's what the museum is, but advertisements are designed to be moving and this museum is well worth the sales pitch. read more
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