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About Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center
The Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center (NAEC) is the flagship education center of the American Airpower Heritage Museum (AAHM) under the Commemorative Air Force (CAF). Located at 5657 Mariner Dr, Dallas, TX 75237 on the grounds of Dallas Executive Airport, this 47,000-square-foot facility blends a WWII-era hangar with classrooms and exhibit spaces. It supports learning, discovery, and versatile events—from educational programs to corporate or private gatherings in modern spaces.
Whether you’re planning a school field trip, a STEM-focused event, or a themed gathering, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticketing and space options. Secure your seats for an immersive experience that honors aviation history and inspires future pilots and engineers.
NAEC spaces include a mix of intimate and large-format rooms to fit different needs. The Think Tank, Home Front, Arsenal of Democracy, and the Agather Hangar offer flexible layouts, with capacities up to about 700 attendees in certain configurations. The Agather Hangar has hosted iconic WWII-era aircraft displays, while the Victor N. Agather STEM Innovation Hangar supports hands-on learning and corporate/private events. On-site parking is available, and the center is accessible by road from the Dallas area. For nearby hotels and dining, we provide trusted local partners to help you plan a seamless visit. If you’re coordinating a multi-day program or a large celebration, we can help with space options and logistics in a straightforward, no-fuss way.
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- Location/address: 5657 Mariner Dr, Dallas, TX 75237 (Dallas Executive Airport).
- Facility size: 47,000 square feet; serves as flagship museum/education center of the American Airpower Heritage Museum (AAHM) under the Commemorative Air Force (CAF).
- Venue type: Non-profit education center and special-event venue featuring a WWII-era hangar, classrooms, and exhibit space.
- Seating/capacity: Individual spaces list think tank (30-35 seated), Home Front (40 seated classroom; 50 seated theater), Arsenal of Democracy (15 non-seated cocktail style); overall event spaces include an 84,000 sq ft footprint with diverse configurations; published seating capacity up to 700 (per third-party CVent listing).
- Parking: On-site parking available; NAEC notes convenient Dallas location with ample parking for guests.
- Seating chart/floor plans: Floor plans and setup options available via CVent (3D floor plans) for multiple spaces; spaces include Think Tank, Home Front, Arsenal of Democracy, and Agather Hangar.
- Nearby hotels/transit: Located near Dallas Executive Airport; nearby hotels exist in the Dallas metro area (hotels listed as closest to the airport). Public transit specifics not published by NAEC; access is primarily by road/auto.
- Notable events hosted: Educational programs (e.g., CAMP SOAR, Project Cub), education days and public education events; hosts large corporate/private events in spaces like the Victor N. Agather STEM Innovation Hangar; the hangar has housed WWII aircraft FIFI (B-29) and Diamond Lil (B-24) on occasion.