Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center

Congratulations to the first-ever Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) cohort graduates from Dallas College! 🎓✈️

We're honored to have played a role in bringing this program to life. This is what happens when education, industry, and community come together to create opportunities and empower the next generation of aviation professionals.

The future of STEAM is bright. ✨

Visits like today's from DreamHer Camp remind us that the next generation of innovators, leaders, and problem-solvers is already taking flight! ✈

ConqHer, Inc.

🎉 Congratulations to our Director of Education, Dr. Jennifer Stimpson!

Dr. Stimpson has been named a finalist for the 2026 D CEO Leadership Excellence Awards as Community Impact Leader of the Year.

A nationally recognized scientist and educator, Dr. Stimpson's work inspires future innovators through STEM education, workforce readiness, and hands-on learning opportunities.

Join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor! 👏✈️

Read more about it here! https://flynaec.org/newsletter/

A new piece of World War II history is now on display at the Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center. ✈️

This remarkable artifact offers a tangible connection to the airmen, aircraft, and missions that helped shape history. Standing before it, it's hard not to imagine the stories it could tell.

Come check it out!

✈️ Did you know you can shop official Commemorative Air Force merchandise right here at the NAEC?

From apparel and model aircraft to aviation-themed gifts and collectibles, our gift shop is stocked with items for every warbird fan. Stop by during your next visit and take a little piece of aviation history home with you!

📍 Located inside the NAEC and online!
https://cafgiftshop.org/

✈️ Exciting News!

The Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center has been nominated in KidsOutAndAbout.com's annual survey of the Top 20 Places to Take Dallas Kids! 🎉

If you've visited us for a field trip, family day, special event, camp, or museum visit, we'd be honored to have your vote.

Voting is open now through June 20, and every vote helps more families discover hands-on aviation, history, and STEM experiences right here in Dallas.

Thank you for helping us continue to Honor the Past and Empower the Future. ❤️

Vote here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026Top20TX

Today on Armed Forces Day, we honor the men and women who serve our country. 🇺🇸

The NAEC is proud to be a Blue Star Museum, offering free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day. Thank you for your service and sacrifice — we look forward to welcoming you to the NAEC this summer. ✈️

National Endowment for the Arts Blue Star Families

May the 4th be with you! ✨✈️

Did you know the story behind Star Wars is deeply rooted in real history? Creator George Lucas drew inspiration from World War II aerial combat—especially the fast-paced dogfights between Allied and Axis pilots.

Even the Millennium Falcon cockpit has real-world roots. Its design was inspired by the iconic window design of the B-29 Superfortress.

Those connections are why we love Star Wars! The action on screen may be from a galaxy far, far away—but it’s built on the real stories we preserve every day.

And that’s just the beginning! If you want to learn more check out this episode of CAF Warbird Tube!
https://youtu.be/0zRIPiVR638?si=XwUMeg4TixNGoU7W