18-Aug-2023Source: AHMEC
The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC), will celebrate the wonderful world of rotorcraft aviation during its annual World Helicopter Day on Sunday, August 20, from noon until 5 p.m. Highlighting the day will be helicopter rides for an extra fee. They will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis from 12:30 until 3:30... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: AHMEC
The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) offers a day of fun during its FamilyFest on Saturday, June 24, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The annual event loaded with activities galore aims to delight visitors of all ages. Highlighting FamilyFest will be a presentation and demonstration by Torque, a Belgian Malinois who holds the world’s... Read more
17-Apr-2023Source: American Helicopter Museum
Celebrate Earth Day with the American Helicopter Museum & Education Center on Saturday, April 22, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., as its theater transforms into a fun, educational cornucopia of conservation magic. “Our planet is rapidly changing, and the choices we make can have an influence,” explained Paul Taylor, AHMEC’s Education Programs Manager. “Over... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: AHMEC
The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center (AHMEC) proudly announces a very successful conclusion to its 2022 Toys for Tots campaign. Beginning in October AHMEC participated in the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots Drive for the second consecutive year. The goal of 120 gifts by December 15 was easily met as the museum... Read more
11-Oct-2022Source: The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center
The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) recently announced its exciting October schedule and a special treat for the upcoming holidays. Starting the month on Friday, October 14, from 7 until 8 p.m. is author Jennifer L. Green discussing her book, Dark History of Penn’s Woods, which promises to inform and thrill listeners. Preregistration... Read more
12-Sep-2022Source: American Helicopter Museum
The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) is proud to announce its participation in the 18th annual Museum Day 2022 on Saturday, September 17. Museum Day 2022 features a downloadable branded ticket for free admission to participating museums around the country courtesy of Smithsonian magazine. “We are so thrilled to be able to bring Museum Day... Read more
10-Aug-2022Source: American Helicopter Museum
The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) is pleased to announce JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby Aviation, Inc., as the recipient of its prestigious annual Achievement Award. The award, presented to a person or organization that has made a significant impact to furthering vertical flight during the past year, is presented... Read more
15-Feb-2022Source: American Helicopter Museum & Education Center
United States presidents routinely travel by helicopter, and the American Helicopter Museum & Education Center’s (AHMEC) upcoming exhibit, The Helicopter and the Presidency, explores the iconic role played by helicopters in the American presidency. The informative presentation runs from Saturday, March 5, through Sunday, May 29, with a Members-Only Preview on Friday, March 4, from... Read more
15-Nov-2021Source: American Helicopter Museum
The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center (AHMEC) is proud to premiere, “Flying without Failing,” a documentary by director Fabrice Paget on Saturday, November 13, from 6 until 8 p.m. The film reveals the fascinating and colorful life of Walter Gutsche, one of a handful of maverick helicopter pilots ever to have survived the Vietnam... Read more
23-Apr-2019Source: American Helicopter Museum
AHMEC presents its Annual Achievement Award for innovation in rotary wing flight at its annual Gala fundraiser on Saturday, April 27, from 5 until 10 p.m. This year’s recipients are Dr. Martine Rothblatt, Chairman and CEO of United Therapeutics, and Tier 1 Engineering for their Electric Powered Robinson R44 helicopter. Piloted by Captain Ric Webb... Read more