About http://www.worldwariiaviation.org/about role of aviation Colorado Springs airport Mobilizing American airpower Mission The National Museum of World War II Aviation will provide unique educational experiences that promote a deeper understanding of the historical importance of American aviation in World War II and its role in shaping the world in which we live.   The Museum does this to preserve and strengthen the best traditions of the American aviation past and inspire new generations of leaders and innovators in the future.   Vision The National Museum of World War II Aviation is the only museum in the world to focus exclusively on the unique story of the role of aviation in World War II.   The Museum will bring to life: How a nation came together as never before or since, and the many stories behind the great effort How pilots and their support personnel, whose courage and patriotism remain a source of inspiration, changed the course of world history The unique partnership between civilian and military expertise that created a winning aviation team The surge in industrial productivity that overwhelmed our adversaries The introduction of women into the workforce The aircraft designers and builders whose innovations created entirely new technologies for flying   These important stories, and many others, continue to have great power to teach and inspire future generations.   Museum Development The National Museum of World War II Aviation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, overseen by a board of directors and assisted by a select group of consultants.   The Museum site is in Colorado Springs, adjacent to the shared runways of the Colorado Springs Airport and Peterson Air Force Base. The Museum will feature interactive displays, exhibits and historical narratives.   On-site with the Museum is WestPac Restorations, one of the foremost restoration companies for WWII aircraft. As part of their experience, Museum visitors can see WestPac’s collection of WWII warbirds and see restoration in progress.   Financial Support   $2.5 million of Museum needs were funded between 2005 – 2009, including: 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation Initial concept plan for scope of Museum Development plan for Museum site Materials for initial Museum building Campus infrastructure grading, site prep Museum building architect design Museum building permits   The National Museum of World War II Aviation is seeking funding for final designs and the capital construction costs.  Planning and Design Phase $1,115,000 (est.) Final construction design Exhibition plan School and public program plan Business/Operational plan Direct fund raising costs Technology support Staff support for planning   $ 500,000$ 350,000$ 60,000$ 30,000$ 50,000$ 25,000$ 100,000 Capital Campaign $14.5 million (est.) Museum core and shell construction Complete displays, exhibits and interior   $ 2.5 million$ 12 million   Board of Directors James M. Stewart, Colonel, USAF (Ret) - Co-Chairman, Board of the Directors Bill Klaers, President, WestPac Restorations - Co-Chairman, Board of Directors   Board Members Victor C. (Vic) Andrews, Colonel (USAF Ret) John Dibbs Mark Earle Gen. Ronald Fogleman John Henry Chic Myers Kurt K. Peterson   Design and Architecture Core exhibits designed by Gallagher & Associates, a world-renowned museum design and consulting firm http://www.gallagherdesign.com/   Site planning and building architecture by Oz Architects, a leading firm for architectural and urban design http://www.ozarch.com/ Advisors Kathy Janak, Architecture and Design Advisor Harold and Susan Skramstad, Museum Planning Advisors