The Museum is totally run by volunteers and friends, (over 300 of them). Guided tours can be taken 6 days a week. One of the many very knowledgeable and friendly tour guides will show you all there is to see, in this massive collection of airplanes, equipment, and war memorabilia. Volunteers work on and restore aircrafts that are donated to the museum. Some have been in 'restoration' for 6- 10 years. Dilligent workers strive to restore every possible detail to it's original condition. This is a Vietnam era helicopter, single blade.
There is even a Russian 'Mig" that they will let you sit in for a great photo opportunity. This is one of several open cockpit bi-planes on display. This is a replica of the plane made famous by Snoopy; the "Sopwith Camel" which really flies. It has only one engine speed, so it is controlled by switching the engine on and off. This is a 'Smart Bomb' made by Goodyear aerospace. It had the ability to be guided to it's target. This is a reconnaisance plane used during the Vietnam War. It still flies, but the armaments are not real. Several real jet engines are also on display, with one 'cutaway' to see the interior workings. There is also a model room, with thousands of models on display. There is a memorabilia room, where many exhibits have been donated, and are currently on display. The museum is a great bargain, at only $8 general admission, and discounts are also available. The tour takes approximately two hours, and maybe a little longer if you want to see everything. It is well worth checking out for the entire family. The museums hours are: Sun. 11-30 am-4pm Tues-Sat: 9am-4pm. Closed Mondays. Group tours and catered events can be arranged, just call 330-896-6332 or 877-627-7247 Website: www.mapsairmuseum.org 
Stark and Summit County residents have a special little "Gem" right here in their own backyard. The MAPS AIR Museum is located on the West side of the grounds of the Akron-Canton Regional Airport, and is accessible from Massillon Rd, about 1 mile South of Greensburg Rd.
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