Australian Army Flying Museum: A Tribute to Military Aviation
Explore the evolution of Australian military aviation at Oakey's Army Flying Museum, showcasing aircraft and stories from WWI to today.
The Australian Army Flying Museum in Oakey, Queensland, showcases the history of Australian military aviation from World War I to the present day. With a collection of meticulously restored aircraft and fascinating memorabilia, the museum offers a captivating glimpse into the evolution of army aviation and the stories of the courageous individuals who served.
A brief summary to Australian Army Flying Museum
- Bawden Boulevard (formerly, Museum Dr, Oakey, Queensland, 4401, AU
- +61775147040
- Visit website
- Wednesday 10 am-3 pm
- Thursday 10 am-3 pm
- Friday 10 am-3 pm
- Saturday 10 am-3 pm
Local tips
- Admission is free, but bookings are essential. Contact the museum in advance to secure your spot.
- The museum is open from Wednesday to Saturday, 10 am to 3 pm. It is closed on public holidays.
- Guided tours for the display hangar are available on request for groups of 12 or more.
- Free parking is available for visitors.
Getting There
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Driving
The Australian Army Flying Museum is located on Bawden Boulevard (formerly Museum Dr) in Oakey, approximately 25 minutes west of Toowoomba. From Toowoomba, take the Warrego Highway west towards Oakey. As you approach Oakey, follow the signs to the Oakey Airport and the Australian Army Aviation Centre. The museum is well signposted from the Warrego Highway through Oakey. Turn onto Museum Drive (now Bawden Boulevard) and follow it to the museum. Free parking is available on-site. There are no tolls on this route.
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Public Transport
To reach the Australian Army Flying Museum via public transport, take a bus from Brisbane to Oakey. Murrays Coaches and Greyhound Australia operate services to Oakey. From Oakey, you can take a taxi or ride-share service to the museum, which is approximately 3km from the town centre. Taxi/ride-share will cost approximately $15-$25.
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