Museum of Aviation History The Museum of Aviation opened to the public on Friday, 9 November 1984 with 20 aircraft on display in an open field and another 20 were in various stages of restoration. The Museum of Aviation has grown to become the second largest museum in the United States Air Force and the fourth most visited museum in the Department of Defense. The museum is a place that honors our veterans and their families and reminds our Airmen of their legendary Air Force heritage. Museum of Aviation Mission To portray the history of Robins Air Force Base as part of the heritage of the United States Air Force, educate and inspire our visitors, and recruit the future workforce. Museum of Aviation Foundation Leadership In 1983, the Museum of Aviation at Robins Air Force Base Georgia Foundation, Inc. was chartered under the State of Georgia as a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, EIN: 58-1451656.