Front part of white airplane against blue wall with windows, bight sunlight shining from the back.

Help Us Preserve Aviation History

As a non-profit organization, we depend on the generosity of supporters like you to keep our aircraft flying and our doors open to future generations

Registered Canadian Charity • Tax Receipts Available

Your Impact Matters

Every donation, large or small, directly supports our mission to preserve aviation heritage and inspire the next generation

Aircraft Restoration

Your support funds the painstaking restoration of historic aircraft, from engine overhauls to fabric re-covering, ensuring these treasures remain airworthy.

  • Specialized restoration materials
  • Expert craftsmen & mechanics
  • Authentic period parts

Educational Programs

Enable us to provide free and subsidized programs to schools, reaching over 10,000 students annually with hands-on STEM education.

  • School group subsidies
  • Workshop materials & supplies
  • Educational staff training

Facility Operations

Keep our 50,000 sq ft facility running smoothly with climate control, security, utilities, and modern exhibits that enhance every visitor's experience.

  • Climate-controlled storage
  • Interactive exhibit technology
  • Facility maintenance & safety

Ways to Support

Choose the level of support that works for you

$50

Friend

Helps maintain one square foot of hangar space for a year

  • Tax receipt
  • Thank you letter
$150

Supporter

Funds educational materials for 15 students

  • All Friend benefits
  • Newsletter subscription
$500

Patron

Sponsors a complete aircraft restoration component

  • All Supporter benefits
  • Name on donor wall
$1,000+

Benefactor

Major restoration project support

  • All Patron benefits
  • Private tour invitation

Other Ways to Support

Beyond monetary donations, there are many ways to help preserve aviation history

Volunteer Your Time

Join our team of dedicated volunteers helping with restoration, tours, events, and administrative tasks.

Learn About Volunteering

Corporate Sponsorship

Partner with us through corporate sponsorships, matching gift programs, or employee volunteer days.

Corporate Partnership Info

Legacy & Planned Giving

Include the museum in your estate planning to ensure aviation history endures for generations to come.

Planned Giving Options

In-Kind Donations

Donate aircraft parts, historical documents, photographs, or aviation memorabilia to our collection.

Donation Guidelines

Shop & Visit

Every museum visit and gift shop purchase directly supports our preservation efforts and programs.

Plan Your Visit

Annual Membership

Enjoy year-round free admission, exclusive events, and discounts while supporting aviation heritage.

Membership Benefits

Your Generosity in Action

Thanks to supporters like you, we've achieved remarkable milestones in 2024

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Aircraft fully restored
12,500
Students educated
50K+
Visitors welcomed
$425K
In donations received