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Lyon Air Museum

A World War II aviation museum at John Wayne Airport with a B-17, a P-51 Mustang and rare military vehicles.

19300 Ike Jones Road · Santa Ana, CA

About Lyon Air Museum

Lyon Air Museum is on the west side of John Wayne Airport at 19300 Ike Jones Road in Santa Ana. Founded by Major General William Lyon, it shows authentic aircraft, rare vehicles and memorabilia with an emphasis on World War II, including the B-17 Flying Fortress Fuddy Duddy, the P-51D Mustang Sierra Sue II and a Douglas DC-3. It is open daily from 10am to 4pm, and general admission is $15, with $13 for seniors and veterans.

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