During World War One, Long Island became the home of some of the largest and most important military flying fields in America. The training of hundreds of military aviators would give shape to Long Island’s aviation landscape for many years to come. The huge demand for military aircraft also made Long Island a significant center of research, testing and production - a focus that would grow through the following decades.

Curtiss JN-4 "Jenny"
Thomas Morse S4C Scout
Breese Penguin
Sperry Messenger
Sperry "Aerial Torpedo"
"Ace" Biplane

Exhibits | IMAX Theater | History | General Information
News/Events | Links | Donations | Red Planet Cafe' | Museum Store | Guestbook
© 2001 The Cradle of Aviation Museum • All Rights Reserved • info@CradleOfAviation.org
Site Design by Exploded View