Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum

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The Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum (ACAM) is a Canadian aerospace museum located in the Halifax Regional Municipality in the province of Nova Scotia.

It is the only museum devoted to preserving all aspects of Atlantic Canada's rich aviation heritage.

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[edit] History

The museum was established in 1975 by a volunteer organization named the Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum Society. ACAM was granted "Local Museum" status by the Government of Nova Scotia in 1989. The museum is currently the largest civilian and military aviation museum east of Ottawa, Ontario.

[edit] Location

ACAM is located on Sky Boulevard in Enfield, Nova Scotia, opposite the Halifax - Robert L. Stanfield International Airport. It can be accessed from Exit 6 on Highway 102.

[edit] Collection

ACAM's collection contains exhibits of civilian and military aircraft, as well as engines, weapons, uniforms, and photos.

The museum volunteers perform all restoration work for aircraft on site.

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