Silent Wings Museum
- Museum
- Regional draw
- Lubbock
Silent Wings Museum tells the story of American military glider operations during the Second World War.
Aircraft, equipment, photographs, and personal accounts connect the technology with the people who trained and served in these demanding missions. Its location near Lubbock's airport recalls the city's role in glider training.
Check the museum's current visiting hours and admission before traveling to the airport area. Allow time for the interpretive displays as well as the aircraft, since the personal stories explain how glider operations worked. Group visits and guided programs may need advance arrangements.
Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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