The Cockpits exhibit provides a two-minute overview of the instrument panels, distinctive engine sounds, and a photo opportunity for anyone who has ever dreamed of piloting these historic aircraft. The Blackbird holds the speed record for a jet airplane at more than 2,100 mph. It also has the record for level flight at the highest altitude, more than 85,000 feet, or 16 miles above Earth. The Museum's Blackbird cockpit, from aircraft serial number 64-17977, was built in 1964. The exhibit's cockpit is a mock-up made by Northrop Corporation to demonstrate a proposed version of the Hornet to its customers in 1979.
Activities are most successful and fun when adults and children work together as a team.
Each workshop begins with a short lesson presented at a lower elementary grade level, followed by a hands-on activity. Workshop topics and activities change each month. To learn what's happening this weekend, see the Calendar . When you arrive at the Museum, just sign up to participate at the workshop location. The Museum features an educational flight simulation exhibit for visitors.