Deutsches Museum Flugwerft Schleissheim is an aviation museum in Oberschleißheim, outside Munich, set on a preserved former airfield. Its two large halls hold more than 70 aircraft and other flying objects, from historic wooden planes to modern jets, helicopters and gliders. You can follow changes in flight technology, examine aircraft at close range and visit a cockpit display. Families can explore the spacious hangars together. Set aside time for the second floor, and plan food and drinks before entering the exhibition halls.
A museum on a former airfield
Deutsches Museum Flugwerft Schleissheim opened in 1992 at a preserved airfield in Oberschleißheim, north of Munich. The setting gives the aircraft displays a direct connection to aviation history: the collection sits in large hangars on ground once used as an airfield.
The museum has two halls and more than 70 flying objects. The collection ranges from historic wooden aircraft to modern fighter jets, with helicopters and gliders among the exhibits. The broad span makes it possible to see how aircraft design and flight technology changed across different periods.
Aircraft, engines and cockpit displays
The hangars let you examine aircraft from close by. Displays combine technical information with the machines themselves, including engines and detailed models. The subjects extend from early propeller designs through jet propulsion and into space technology, giving the collection a wider scope than aircraft alone.
Look for the cockpit experience and the Cold War-era aircraft. One display allows visitors to enter a training cockpit. A glass-walled workshop is another point of interest, offering a view into the museum’s work with aircraft. The second floor has further exhibits, so it is easy to miss material if you leave before exploring upstairs.
Planning time for the visit
The spacious halls suit a visit with children as well as one focused on aircraft and engineering. You can move between the displays at your own pace, taking time to read the explanatory panels or compare aircraft from different eras. Outside, a military transport aircraft gives another chance to see an aircraft at close range.
Visitors’ time in the museum varies with how closely they explore. A visit can take around two to three hours, while a more detailed look may take considerably longer. The indoor spaces can get warm, and food and open drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition area. The gift shop is near the entrance, which you pass again on the way out.
FAQ
How long do you need at Flugwerft Schleissheim?
Allow about two to three hours for a visit. A detailed exploration can take longer.
How many aircraft are on display?
The two halls contain more than 70 flying objects, including historic and modern aircraft, helicopters and gliders.
Can children visit the museum?
Yes. The aircraft displays and cockpit experience make the museum suitable for families with children.
Can you bring food or drinks into the exhibition halls?
Food and open drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition area, so plan to eat or drink before entering.
