Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum

The Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum (FHCAM) is a unique destination for tourists interested in military aviation and World War II history. Located at Paine Field Airport in Everett, Washington, USA, this private museum offers a comprehensive collection of military aircraft and war artifacts. It provides an immersive experience into the world of aviation and the significant events of the Second World War.

Aircraft Collection at the Museum

The museum's collection is a major draw for visitors, featuring about twenty aircraft in original flying condition and about fifty displayed damaged aircraft. Notable models include the Chance Vought F4U Corsair, P-47 Thunderbolt, Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, Hawker Hurricane, Grumman F6F Hellcat, Lockheed P-38 Lightning, Bell UH-1 Iroquois, de Havilland DH.98 Mosquito, North American B-25 Mitchell, Avro Lancaster, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, Junkers Ju 87, Focke-Wulf Fw 190, Messerschmitt Bf 109, Messerschmitt Me 262, Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet, Mitsubishi A6M Zero, Polikarpov Po-2, Iliouchine Il-2, missile V1, Fieseler Fi 103R, missile V2, and atomic bombs Little Boy and Fat Man.

War Materials and Post-War Aircraft at the Museum

In addition to its impressive collection of aircraft, the museum also displays a variety of war materials. These include the Willys MB Jeep, M4 Sherman, T-34, and Type 95 Ha-Go. The museum also houses some post-war aircraft such as the Republic F-105 Thunderchief, MiG-29, Bell X-1, SpaceShipOne, and Spaceship One White Knight. These exhibits provide a comprehensive overview of military technology and advancements from the World War II era and beyond.