During World War II, the old South Plains Army Air Field in Lubbock trained glider pilots, the men who flew huge engineless cargo gliders into combat zones. The Silent Wings Museum tells their story on the same ground, inside the city’s historic old airport terminal.
Quick answer
The Silent Wings Museum at 6202 N. I-27 tells the story of WWII glider pilots trained at Lubbock’s South Plains Army Air Field. Admission is $10 for adults and free for veterans, active-duty military and kids 6 and under.
Know before you go
- Where: 6202 N. I-27 (take Exit 9 and look for the silver wings on the tower)
- Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Call 806-775-3049 to confirm holiday hours
- Good for: history fans, families with older kids, veterans
- Cost: $10 adults, $8 seniors (60+), $5 ages 7 to 17 and college students. Free for children 6 and under, active-duty military and veterans
What it’s like
The centerpiece is a fully restored Waco CG-4A glider, and it is bigger than most people expect. Exhibits around it follow glider pilots from training in West Texas to missions like D-Day, with artifacts and personal stories that make it hit home.
The museum regularly holds special events and free-admission days around military holidays. Veterans Day on Nov. 11 is a good time to watch for one.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is admission to the Silent Wings Museum?
$10 for adults, $8 for seniors 60 and up, $5 for ages 7 to 17 and college students. It’s free for children 6 and under, veterans, active-duty military and museum members.
Where is the Silent Wings Museum?
6202 N. I-27 in Lubbock. Take Exit 9 and look for the silver wings on the tower, next to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.
What is on display at the Silent Wings Museum?
The centerpiece is a fully restored Waco CG-4A combat glider, surrounded by exhibits on the WWII glider pilots and their missions.
Last checked: October 22, 2026. Details change, so confirm before you go.
