Free model expo this weekend at National Museum of US Air Force

The Model Wings, Rails, and Wheels Expo is being held Aug. 24 at the National Museum of the U.S Air Force in Dayton. Contributed

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The Model Wings, Rails, and Wheels Expo is being held Aug. 24 at the National Museum of the U.S Air Force in Dayton. Contributed
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By Alex Cutler
Aug 22, 2024
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The National Museum of the United States Air Force is showcasing the popular hobby of model building with the Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo this weekend.

The annual event returns 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, featuring scale vehicles of all shapes and sizes.

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force hosted the Wings, Rails & Wheels Model Expo on August 12, 2023. More than 100 participants displayed hundreds of model aircraft, cars and trains throughout the day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

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“We are happy to bring this experience back again in 2024 with even more participants and models.” said museum Deputy Chief of Special Events Lauryn Bayliff.

Placed throughout the museum’s wings, the hundreds of models will be featured alongsidereal aircraft and displays. Attendees will also get the chance to meet the modelers and learn about their model-making process.

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force hosted the Wings, Rails & Wheels Model Expo on August 12, 2023. More than 100 participants displayed hundreds of model aircraft, cars and trains throughout the day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Ty Greenlees)

Credit: Ty Greenlees

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Credit: Ty Greenlees

“Last year the museum held its first Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo,” Bayliff said. “Seeing these scaled transportation-related models in the shadows of the museum’s aircraft was really awe-inspiring, and we received lots of positive feedback from both the modelers and museum visitors about making this a regular event.”

Guests should keep in mind the museum’s own exhibit of model aircrafts, The Kettering Model Collection, will not be showcased at the event. In 2022, all 624 pieces were removed for restoration and are planned to return in a new, purpose-built area in summer 2025.

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Registration for displaying a collection at the Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo is now closed, however the event itself is free and open to the public.

How to go

What: Wings, Rails and Wheels Model Expo

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 24

Location: The National Museum of the United States Air Force: 1100 Spaatz St., Dayton

More info: 937-255-3286 or nationalmuseum.af.mil

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About the Author

Alex Cutler is a graduate of Sinclair Community college, with degrees in Communication and Multimedia Journalism. Alex looks to continue his education and career in the near future.