Western Swing: Visiting the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History

By Fred Harl

For the aviation enthusiast or historian, a trip out west should include a visit to the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History in Albuquerque, NM. The Aero Experience has featured this Smithsonian Affiliate museum in the past, but it is a very interesting place to revisit whenever possible. Here we include a brief look at several unique displays.

Heritage Park:

Boeing B-47E Stratojet

Boeing B-52B Stratofortress

Boeing B-29 Superfortress

LTV TA-7C Corsair II

Republic F-105D Thunderchief

Museum Exhibits:

Cold War Missiles 

Photographer John Michnovicz Camera 

Admiral Entertainment Center

Victoreen Geiger Counter