Muzeul Național al Aviației Române (Romanian National Aviation Museum), on the former Pipera airfield
Since 2006, the aviation museum has been in the hangars of the former Pipera airfield, on Șoseaua Fabrica de Glucoză. The building is a historic monument. The museum is currently being renovated, until 2027.
On the former Pipera airfield
The Romanian National Aviation Museum is at 2–4 Șoseaua Fabrica de Glucoză, in the hangars of the former Pipera airfield. It is the closest place in the guide: from Quartier du Nord you can walk there in a few minutes.
The museum’s story
The museum was founded in 1990, by government decision. The first exhibitions, in 1993, were held in tents at Otopeni airfield. In 2006 the museum moved to the north of the capital, and since 2011 it has been a museum of national importance. The building is a historic monument.
What you can see
The exhibition has two hangars and an open-air park. The “Traian Vuia” hangar shows the history of aviation up to the 1950s, and the second hangar shows jet aircraft from the 1960s–1970s, simulators and radars. In the park there are aircraft such as the MiG-15, MiG-21, MiG-29, IAR-93 and L-29 Delfin.
Under renovation until 2027
The museum is undergoing a major renovation. According to the Romanian Air Force, the contractor hands over the site in April 2027. Before visiting, check roaf.ro to see whether the museum is open.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Romanian National Aviation Museum?
At 2–4 Șoseaua Fabrica de Glucoză, in the hangars of the former Pipera airfield, in Sector 2.
Is the Aviation Museum open?
The museum is undergoing a major renovation. According to the Romanian Air Force, the contractor hands over the site in April 2027. Before visiting, check roaf.ro to see whether it is open.
What aircraft can you see at the Aviation Museum?
In the open-air park there are, among others, the MiG-15, MiG-21, MiG-29, IAR-93 and L-29 Delfin.
Șoseaua Fabrica de Glucoză nr. 2–4, sector 2, București
