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The BC Aviation Museum Society is dedicated to preserving aircraft and aviation artefacts. We collect, restore and display aircraft and artefacts related to the history of aviation in Canada, with emphasis on British Columbia.

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Come enjoy a trip back in time with the whole family at the BC Aviation Museum, near Victoria, BC!

Airing out the Museum's Bell 47. Don't forget we

Airing out the Museum's Bell 47. Don't forget we are now open 11-3 Thursday through Sunday for visitors to see our collection of aviation artifacts and aircraft.

After a couple of test weekends to get our Covid 1

After a couple of test weekends to get our Covid 19 procedures in place we are pleased to announce that BC Aviation Museum is now open again on a limited schedule. By following Provincial Health Authority guidelines we are currently open 4 days a week with shorter hours. Thursday through Sunday from 11am to 3pm. We hope to expand days and times as soon as practical. Looking forward to seeing you all soon for a visit.

With the weather improving and extending hours of

With the weather improving and extending hours of daylight its a good time to get out of the house and drop by the museum to see whats new. Hope to see you all soon!

Coming up this spring at the BC Aviation Museum.

Coming up this spring at the BC Aviation Museum. Tickets on sale now through the Mary Winspear Centre box office at (250) 656 0275 or online at https://tickets.marywinspear.ca/TheatreManager/1/online?performance=1896 #yyj #dance #fundraiser

Our Tuesday evening volunteers have begun working

Our Tuesday evening volunteers have begun working on the next diorama display in the museum. With the BC aviation hall of fame moved into the Norseman room for expansion we can create a new visual in its previous location. This should take shape over the next few weeks and be substantially complete by New year's. Stay tuned for more details. #yyj #yyjairport #airmuseum

The weather may be getting dark and gloomy as wint

The weather may be getting dark and gloomy as winter rolls in but we have installed new energy efficient lighting in all 3 of our hangars to better illuminate the many exhibits we have for you to see. Come in out of the rain and spend some time checking out aviation history on display. Our winter hours are 11am to 3pm daily, except closed Christmas and New year's day. #yyj #yyjairport #museum

Have you looked inside our Vickers Viscount to see

Have you looked inside our Vickers Viscount to see what air travel was like in the past? You'll be envious of the roominess and comforts of vintage air travel compared to the average airliner today. Stop in and see it for yourself as well as all our other interesting displays throughout the museum. We are on winter hours schedule now 11am to 3pm daily until April 30. Closed Christmas and new year's day only.

Just a reminder that we have switched to winter ho

Just a reminder that we have switched to winter hours at the BC Aviation Museum, October 01 to April 30 we are open 11:00am - 3:00pm

Here are just a few of the many aircraft you can l

Here are just a few of the many aircraft you can learn about at the museum. Drop by and check them all out this weekend.

Ready fo a parade! Great weather for the Oak Bay T

Ready fo a parade! Great weather for the Oak Bay Tea Party

Victoria Day parade #lancaster #yyj #yyjairport

Victoria Day parade #lancaster #yyj #yyjairport

Hosting the @islandmoto.ca season opener event at

Hosting the @islandmoto.ca season opener event at BCAM this evening. Hundreds of motorcycle riders showing up for the festivities and a tour of the museum.

The row boat that had been made from a wrecked Eas

The row boat that had been made from a wrecked Eastman Sea Rover hull has undergone some restoration and is now on display next to the complete Sea Rover aircraft in our collection. Come in and check it out.

We have a new exhibit on loan for a while to the m

We have a new exhibit on loan for a while to the museum. An Antonov AN-2. Come by and check it out.

Had the Norseman out for a run up on Saturday and

Had the Norseman out for a run up on Saturday and a night photo shoot after dark with @heathmoffattphoto #rcaf #norseman #yyj #yyjairport

Lancaster FM104 has arrived at the BC Aviation Mus

Lancaster FM104 has arrived at the BC Aviation Museum to begin many years of restoration.

The last piece of lancasters FM104 has arrived in

The last piece of lancasters FM104 has arrived in Victoria. Unloading begins tomorrow for all the trailers at the Aviation Museum.

Loading Lancaster in Ontario.

Loading Lancaster in Ontario.

Lancaster fm104 is loaded and on it's way here fro

Lancaster fm104 is loaded and on it's way here from Ontario to the BC Aviation Museum for restoration.

Cleaning the winter mud off the apron so it is saf

Cleaning the winter mud off the apron so it is safer for running the Norseman and visiting aircraft.

Norseman making a quick trip over to Victoria Air

Norseman making a quick trip over to Victoria Air Maintenance where our volunteers Mike and Grant will do a few minor adjustments in the morning before our next run up on Saturday May 19th

A few members of the team helping to keep the Nors

A few members of the team helping to keep the Norseman going. All the volunteer crew involved are very excited about the program and look forward to showing it off to the Museum's visitors. Having fun at the #bcaviationmusem #yyjairport #yyj

Run up on the Norseman last week. We will be firin

Run up on the Norseman last week. We will be firing it up on a regular basis now to show it off to the public and keep all the systems active and in good running order. #yyjairport #aviation #yyj

The Hoffar H1 main float and forward fuselage are

The Hoffar H1 main float and forward fuselage are together. Dave is a big guy. The Hoffar is huge! Visit soon to see how the 1917 replica project is coming together. #yyjairport #distinctlysidney #tourismvictoria #avgeek

BCAM is helping to address the looming shortage of

BCAM is helping to address the looming shortage of commercial pilots. Here is an orientation session in progress! #yyjairport #victoriaflyingclub #avgeek #victoria_buzz

Popular speaker night program at BCAM. Next speake

Popular speaker night program at BCAM. Next speaker Monday, Feb. 19, 2018 at 7 pm featuring Anne Gafiuk addressing WWII aircraft accident investigation. #yyjairport #tourismvictoria #avgeek #rcaf

One of the first commercial use of aircraft on the

Inspection covers for the Hoffar H-1 get a coat of

Inspection covers for the Hoffar H-1 get a coat of paint from Dave. The main float (in the background) and the rest of the aircraft are coming together in the Restoration Hangar. #avgeek #yyjairport #distinctlysidney #tourismvictoria #victoria_buzz

The Hoffar H-1 cockpit edging is in place. Dave is

The Hoffar H-1 cockpit edging is in place. Dave is clearly happy! See the other project progress in the restoration hangar. #victoria_buzz #yyjairport #victoriaflyingclub #distinctlysidney #tourismvictoria #avgeek

Dave talks to two visitors with Hoffar H1 wingtip

Dave talks to two visitors with Hoffar H1 wingtip sponsons in foreground and fuselage in background. Visit soon to see all the other H1 pieces coming together.#yyjairport #avgeek #distinctlysidney #tourismvictoria #victoria_buzz

John and Ed share a relaxing moment after assembli

John and Ed share a relaxing moment after assembling the Museum's new storage shelter. Visit soon to see what isn't in storage! #yyjairport #tourismvictoria #distinctlysidney #victoria_buzz

The District of North Saanich is seeking assistanc

The District of North Saanich is seeking assistance for an aeronautic themed children's play park to be developed at Jubilee Park on Mills Road. This is an opportunity to support an exciting and worthwhile community asset. Find out more at bit.ly/jubilee_park #yyjairport #sidneybc #victoria_buzz #avgeek #tourismvictoria

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During our Covid19 restart the museum will be open from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Thursdays through Sundays, inclusive.

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