Pima Air & Space Museum
$130

The concept for Pima Air & Space Museum began in 1966, during the celebration of the U.S. Air Force’s 25th anniversary. The commanders of the Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, along with the Military Aircraft Storage and Disposition Center (MASD), recognized that the historic World War II and 1950s-era aircraft stored on the base were rapidly disappearing. It wasn’t just the metal that was going into the smelters, but also the aviation heritage of the country. The base officials began to set aside examples of many types of aircraft stored in MASD’s yards. These planes were placed along the base’s fence line so that the public could view them. So much has happened since 1966! Today Pima Air & Space is one of the world’s largest non-government-funded aerospace museums, featuring a display of over 400 aircraft and 125,000 artifacts. We’ll enjoy a 1-hour narrated tram tour through 80 acres, learning about the highlights of the museum’s collection. We’ll also explore The Dorothy Finley Aero-space Gallery and The Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame. The Pima Air & Space Museum is home to Flight Grill, a beautiful quick-service restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the Navy and Air Force fighters. We’ll enjoy lunch on self at Flight Grill, where the menu features hand-pressed burgers, fresh salads and Sonoran cuisine, as well as daily specials. This fascinating tour should not be missed!

Depart: NW 8 a.m. Phx 8:15 a.m. Scts 8:30 a.m. Mesa 9 a.m. R: 6 p.m.