Indian Air Force Museum
| Place | Thiruvananthapuram |
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| State | Kerala |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 2021 |
| Museum Type | Aviation / Military Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | 69501, Ulloor - Akkulam Rd, Aakkulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695011 |
| Visiting Time | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays) |
| Entry Fee | Rs. 30 (Adults) Rs. 15 (Children) |
Museum Introduction
A specialized aviation museum located at the Akkulam Tourist Village, established by the Kerala Tourism Department with technical support from the Southern Air Command (SAC). The museum serves as an educational hub to inspire youth and showcase the history and technological prowess of the Indian Air Force. It features a unique aircraft-shaped building housing various galleries and a flight simulator.
General Collections
The collection includes decommissioned aircraft, aero-engines, and mechanical machinery. It also features a photographic gallery detailing the history of the IAF, air warrior uniforms (summer, combat, and overalls), and miniature models of missiles and radars.
Unique Historical Collections
Features a decommissioned HJT-16 Kiran Mk-1/1A jet trainer, which was a part of the IAF’s prestigious "Surya Kiran" aerobatic team, and a flight simulator providing a cockpit-like experience.
Additional Information
| Video URL | https://youtu.be/P0QGo1XzYB8?si=mWGt3ER5ooJebHyL |
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| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
| Notes | The museum building is uniquely designed in the shape of an airplane. It is situated within the Akkulam Tourist Village near the Southern Air Command headquarters. |
| Artifacts | HJT-16 Kiran Mk-1A Aircraft; Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team memorabilia; Flight Cockpit Simulator; Aircraft Engines; IAF Uniforms (Summer and Combat); Missile Models (including BrahMos and Sukhoi Su-30MKI models). |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
| Contact Details | +91 471 244 3002 (Akkulam Tourist Village Office) |