naval aviation monument

mssell

We were in Virginia Beach to see friends. One of whom is a retired naval aviator. So this was a must on our to do list. And we weren't disappointed. Very poignant. Well worth a visit!

DanW440

I found this while walking along the beach on a cold winter's day. It was quite a nice respite from the walk and the information was interesting, intriguing and certainly historical. It's worth a visit, I'm sure vets will get much more from it.

FM137

Beautiful dedication to our naval aviation & aviators. Sculptor did a wonderful presentation for our history & service members who continue to serve

donaldo929

Go visit; it's worth the time. Naval Aviators and people with Norwegian ancestry will get two for one.

Hotrod_Hammer

The Naval Aviation Monument Park on the oceanfront in Virginia Beach (25th Street and Atlantic) is a beautiful memorial that pays tribute and honors aviators, past and present. Stately and clean, this monument park is one of the best we've ever seen. The Norwegian Lady statue also stands in front the monument park, overlooking the ocean. A must-see when in Virginia Beach!

gwendolynp263

Excellent monument honoring the history of Naval Aviation. We especially appreciated it because our son is a Naval Aviator.

jotenn

If you are interested in US Naval history you will enjoy this monument. Many historical facts displayed on the several granite displays. Definitely worth a visit as you walk along the boardwalk.

KatieMyLady76

For anyone that is interested in aviation, you should absolutely visit! It is very conveniently located on the beach side of Atlantic. There is plenty of history here as well as what is potentially in our furture. Def a must see.

Colohunter

For aviation buffs, military aviation enthusiasts or former Naval Aviators and those that "kept 'em flying", this monument is well worth a bit of your time. Located on Atlantic Ave. on the beach side, the black granite depicts aviation history as well as our fleet of aircraft carriers, past present and future. Life-size bronze statues of aviators and maintainers are also depicted. For those of us who spent any time in the aviation Navy (mine, 20 years+), this will definitely bring back fond memories of shipmates and times spent in the service our country. I came away with a feeling of pride that said "Yah, I was a part of this."

sassypants777

It was worth the stop really, and it is educational. A nice little treat before out other plans, I would do it again!

Val7777

This is a neat little museum. The main building includes airplanes, cars, trucks, and military equipment (20th century), as well as related works of art. A short walk leads to a cluster of hangars (one of them an actual reconstruction of a WW2 German hangar) filled with more planes (both original and replicas). Take the tour! (free with admission) The volunteer who conducted our tour (a retired pilot) was knowledgable and passionate about the subject, and pointed out things we wouldn't have noticed on our own.

Myheartisatthebeach

There is so much I can say about this monument but if and when you are in va beach please stop and take 15 minutes out of your time to enjoy the history .. There is nothing bad I have to say about it

F4501NHrichards

A good display of Naval Aviation, it is well done. Down side it is at the Ocean Front of Virginia Beach!

Samisue2014

Very well kept. Clean and friendly. Quiet and relaxing. Lots to read and educate your self on. Tour of the ship Wisconsin was very interesting and worth the ticket price. Gift shop was well-stocked and very well organized by catagory with merchandise.

RAFSteve

With the US Navy connections to the Virginia Beach and Norfolk areas this was a really nice memorial and also does its best to explain what the US Navy does and what the families go through for long periods of time whilst on Deployment.Always looks good in the sun and the evening light.