Ontario Aviation Historical Society

Great War Flying Museum

Record #: CAL0187
Last Modified: 06 Nov 2019
Last Full Update: 06 Nov 2019

Description & Services

Description All-volunteer group dedicated to recreating the sights, sounds and feel of World War One combat aircraft. In doing so, the group honours the pilots who served with gallantry and distinction during the Great War of 1914-1918. They build, maintain and fly World War One replica fighter aircraft. Also offers a display of precious artifacts to take you back to that time in history.  
 
Projects and expenses are funded by annual membership fees, public donations (private and business) and air show appearances (during which pilots perform simulated dogfight type air combat). 
 
The aircraft have appeared on and are available for television shows and movies, as well as backdrops for photography sessions.
Hours Sat, Sun & holidays 11am-4pm
Dates Victoria Day weekend in May until the weekend following Labour Day in September.
Areas Served Greater Toronto Area
Fees Admission - See website
Languages English
Meetings Holds open house and antique Aircraft Fly on the Sunday following Labour Day in September at the airfield, 13691 McLaughlin Rd, just SW of King Rd and Hurontario St (Hwy 10) 
Flying displays are conducted on days of opening in the afternoons (weather permitting)

Contact Information

Address & Map
13691 McLaughlin Rd
Caledon, On
Canada L7C 3L7
 
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Site Location Brampton-Caledon Airport (CNC3)
Intersection McLaughlin Rd and King St (#27 Sideroad)
Mailing Address c/o Brampton Flying Club 
PO Box 27 
Stn Cheltenham 
Caledon, ON L7C 3L7
Office Phone 905-838-4936
E-Mail info@greatwarflyingmuseum.org
Website https://greatwarflyingmuseum.org

Other Details

Established 1970
Funding Donations ; Fees - Memberships
Service Level (50) Non Profit

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